Description
Iced Mocha Coffee is a refreshing, indulgent drink that combines rich espresso, creamy milk, and decadent chocolate. Perfect for coffee lovers, this easy-to-make beverage offers the ideal balance of sweetness and coffee flavor. Customize it with your favorite milk or extra chocolate for a café-style treat at home, ideal for warm days or an afternoon pick-me-up.
Ingredients
1 cup brewed coffee (strong, preferably espresso)
1 cup milk (whole, skim, or your favorite non-dairy alternative)
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Ice cubes
Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
Chocolate syrup (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Brew the Coffee: Start by brewing your coffee. Strong espresso works best, but strong drip coffee will also suffice.
- Cool the Coffee: Let the coffee cool to room temperature or speed up the process by refrigerating it. This prevents dilution when adding ice.
- Make the Chocolate Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the cocoa powder and sugar. Add a couple of tablespoons of the cooled coffee and stir until smooth to create a paste.
- Incorporate Coffee and Chocolate: Gradually add the remaining cooled coffee while stirring to ensure the chocolate is fully incorporated.
- Prepare the Milk: Pour the milk into a separate container and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Coffee and Milk: Slowly pour the chocolate-coffee mixture into the milk, stirring gently to create a creamy mocha base.
- Serve the Iced Mocha: Fill a glass with ice cubes, then pour the mocha mixture over the ice, adjusting the strength to your preference.
- Optional Toppings: Top with whipped cream and drizzle chocolate syrup over for an indulgent touch.
- Mix and Enjoy: Stir the iced mocha gently and enjoy the refreshing flavors. Adjust sweetness or chocolate levels as needed for future batches.
Notes
- Extra Chocolatey: Add a tablespoon of chocolate syrup to the chocolate mixture for a richer flavor.
- Milk Options: Experiment with almond, oat, or coconut milk for varied textures and flavors.
- Spiced Twist: Add a pinch of cinnamon or flavored syrup (like caramel or hazelnut) for extra depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
