Hershey’s Chocolate Barbecue Sauce Recipe (2024)

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This recipe is one of the highlights of the Hershey Hotel. It’s from Charlie Gipe, CEC AAC, Hershey Entertainment Complex Executive Chef.

History of Hershey’s Chocolate BBQ Sauce

Hershey’s Chocolate BBQ Sauce is a unique and delicious twist on traditional barbecue sauce. This sweet and tangy concoction infuses the rich flavors of Hershey’s chocolate syrup into a classic BBQ sauce base. The result is a delightful blend of smoky, savory, and sweet that can elevate your grilled dishes to a whole new level.

Hershey’s Chocolate BBQ Sauce

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Refrigeration Time: Varies
Servings: About 1 gallon

A gallon of Hershey’s Chocolate BBQ Sauce yields approximately 64 servings, with each serving being approximately 1 fluid ounce (30 ml).

Ingredients

1/4 cup (60 ml) garlic, chopped
2 cups (475 ml) onion, diced
1/2 cup (120 ml) olive oil
Juice of 4 whole lemons
2 tablespoons salt
3 tablespoons black pepper
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
8 cups (1.9 L) ketchup
1 cup (240 ml) cider vinegar
4 cups (960 ml) Hershey’s chocolate syrup

Sauté Aromatics: In a 5-quart saucepot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped garlic and diced onion. Sauté until the onions become tender and translucent, infusing the oil with their flavors.
Flavorful Seasoning: Stir in the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, paprika, and hot pepper sauce. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10 minutes, letting all the flavors meld and develop.
Sweet Chocolate Twist: Add the ketchup, cider vinegar, and the star ingredient, Hershey’s chocolate syrup. Stir well to combine. Allow the sauce to simmer for an additional 15 minutes, ensuring all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Serve or Chill: If you’re serving the sauce immediately, keep it warm on low heat. If you plan to use it later, chill it in the refrigerator. Reheat on low heat when you’re ready to enjoy its delightful flavors.

Expert Tips

Adjust the hot pepper sauce to your preferred level of spiciness. You can add more or less to suit your taste.
For a smoother sauce, you can use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until it reaches your desired consistency.
This sauce is a versatile condiment; you can use it for grilling, as a dipping sauce, or even as a marinade for meats and vegetables.

Storage and Leftovers

Store any leftover Hershey’s Chocolate BBQ Sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It can last for up to a month. Ensure it’s properly sealed to maintain its freshness.

FAQs for Hershey’s Chocolate BBQ Sauce

Q1: Can I use dark chocolate syrup instead of Hershey’s chocolate syrup?
A1: While Hershey’s chocolate syrup is the star ingredient, you can experiment with dark chocolate syrup for a different flavor profile.

Q2: Is this sauce suitable for vegetarians and vegans?
A2: Yes, this sauce is vegetarian and vegan-friendly. Ensure that the specific hot pepper sauce you use adheres to your dietary preferences.

Q3: What can I use this sauce for?
A3: Hershey’s Chocolate BBQ Sauce is fantastic for grilling, as a dipping sauce for chicken tenders or fries, and as a marinade for various proteins and vegetables.

Alternate Names: Chocolate-Infused BBQ Sauce, Sweet and Savory Chocolate BBQ Sauce

Hershey’s Chocolate Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Yield: 1 gallon

Ingredients

1/4 cup (60 ml) garlic, chopped
2 cups (475 ml) onion, diced
1/2 cup (120 ml) olive oil
Juice of 4 whole lemons
2 tablespoons salt
3 tablespoons black pepper
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
8 cups (1.9 L) ketchup
1 cup (240 ml) cider vinegar
4 cups (960 ml) Hershey's chocolate syrup

Instructions

Sauté Aromatics: In a 5-quart saucepot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped garlic and diced onion. Sauté until the onions become tender and translucent, infusing the oil with their flavors.
Flavorful Seasoning: Stir in the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, paprika, and hot pepper sauce. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10 minutes, letting all the flavors meld and develop.
Sweet Chocolate Twist: Add the ketchup, cider vinegar, and the star ingredient, Hershey's chocolate syrup. Stir well to combine. Allow the sauce to simmer for an additional 15 minutes, ensuring all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Serve or Chill: If you're serving the sauce immediately, keep it warm on low heat. If you plan to use it later, chill it in the refrigerator. Reheat on low heat when you're ready to enjoy its delightful flavors.

Notes

Adjust the hot pepper sauce to your preferred level of spiciness. You can add more or less to suit your taste.
For a smoother sauce, you can use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until it reaches your desired consistency.
This sauce is a versatile condiment; you can use it for grilling, as a dipping sauce, or even as a marinade for meats and vegetables.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 64Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 13Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 214mgCarbohydrates: 3gFiber: 0gSugar: 2gProtein: 0g

The Nutritional Information may not be accurate. This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.

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