Hot Mocha

Warm up your day with this decadent homemade Hot Mocha, a perfect marriage of rich coffee and creamy chocolate. Made with strong brewed coffee, velvety milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a hint of vanilla, this cozy beverage strikes the ideal balance of bold and sweet. In just 10 minutes, you can whisk together this café-quality treat right in your own kitchen. Customize it with an optional dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for an irresistible finishing touch. Whether you're jump-starting your morning or indulging in a midday pick-me-up, this easy Hot Mocha recipe is guaranteed to delight. Keywords: homemade hot mocha, coffee chocolate drink, easy mocha recipe, warm beverage recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 cup strong brewed coffee
• 1 cup milk (whole or any preferred milk)
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0 optional whipped cream
• 0 optional chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Brew 1 cup of strong coffee using your preferred brewing method (drip, French press, etc.). Set it aside.

Step 2

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup of milk, 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar.

Step 3

Whisk constantly as the mixture heats to ensure the cocoa powder and sugar dissolve fully and incorporate into the milk.

Step 4

When the mixture starts to steam (do not boil), remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 0.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract.

Step 5

Pour the brewed coffee into a large mug, then slowly pour the chocolate milk mixture over it, stirring gently to combine.

Step 6

Top with whipped cream if desired, and garnish with chocolate shavings or a light dusting of cocoa powder for an extra touch of indulgence.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Hot Mocha!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	519.4 grams (519.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	275

Total Fat 12.70g	16%
Saturated Fat 7.80g	39%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 29mg	10%
Sodium 106mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate 35.00g	13%
Dietary Fiber 4.20g	15%
Total Sugars 28.20g
Protein 11.00g	22%

Vitamin D 127IU	635%
Calcium 300mg	23%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 631mg	13%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.3%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 46.9%