Iced Mocha Recipe
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Iced Mocha Recipe
Description
The recipe starts by heating part of the milk together with sugar and unsweetened cocoa powder until simmering and smooth, creating a warm chocolate base. After removing from heat, this base is blended with cold coffee, the remaining milk, and optionally heavy cream to add richness. The beverage is poured over ice in a large cup or mason jar to chill it thoroughly.
Optional toppings such as whipped cream and chocolate syrup enhance the mocha’s texture and sweetness. To prepare the cold coffee component, you can brew double-strength coffee to offset dilution from the ice or cool hot coffee in the freezer until it reaches room temperature. Adjusting the sugar quantity controls the mocha's sweetness level, accommodating different taste preferences.
The described method yields a flavorful iced mocha with balanced chocolate and coffee notes, suitable for an afternoon treat or casual refreshment.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup milk any percentage, divided
- 1 granulated sugar to 2 tablespoons (12 to 25g
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder 5g
- 1 cup coffee cold
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream optional
- Whipped Cream optional for topping
- chocolate syrup optional for topping
Instructions
- In a small pot, combine 2 tablespoons of the milk, sugar, and cocoa powder. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly, until mixture begins to simmer and is well-combined and smooth.
- Remove from heat and whisk in cold coffee, remaining 2 tablespoons of the milk, and optional heavy cream.
- Pour over a 16-ounce cup (or mason jar) of ice, top with whipped cream and chocolate syrup if desired, and enjoy.
Notes
- Use 1 tablespoon sugar for a less sweet mocha or 2 tablespoons for a sweeter drink that balances ice melt.
- For cold coffee, brew double-strength coffee then pour over ice, or cool hot coffee in the freezer for 15–20 minutes to room temperature.
- To make a mocha frappuccino, blend 1½ cups ice with the mocha prepared with heaping tablespoons of sugar instead of level measures to maintain sweetness after blending.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 185 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 185kcal | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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