Maple Mocha

Indulge in the perfect harmony of rich, bold coffee and velvety chocolate with this Maple Mocha recipe—a cozy, café-quality drink you can effortlessly make at home in just 10 minutes! Featuring the natural sweetness of pure maple syrup, this decadent beverage is elevated with a touch of vanilla and creamy milk for a luscious finish. Whether you’re using espresso or strong brewed coffee, the combination of unsweetened cocoa powder and maple syrup creates a flavor balance that’s both indulgent and perfectly sweet without being overpowering. Topped with optional whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings or cocoa powder, this homemade coffee treat is as beautiful as it is satisfying. Ideal for chilly mornings, afternoon pick-me-ups, or as a dessert-worthy drink, the Maple Mocha is your ticket to coffeehouse-like indulgence right from your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 shots (or 1/2 cup) Espresso or strong brewed coffee
• 1 cup Whole milk (or non-dairy alternative)
• 1 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0 to taste Whipped cream (optional)
• 0 to taste Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Brew two shots of espresso or prepare 1/2 cup of strong brewed coffee. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk, cocoa powder, and maple syrup.

Step 3

Whisk continuously until the mixture is fully blended and heated through, but do not let it boil. This should take about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Pour the hot espresso or coffee into a mug.

Step 6

Top the coffee with the hot chocolate-maple mixture, stirring gently to combine.

Step 7

If desired, add a dollop of whipped cream on top and garnish with chocolate shavings or a sprinkle of cocoa powder.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Maple Mocha!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	541.5 grams (541.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	369

Total Fat 15.60g	20%
Saturated Fat 9.30g	47%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 40mg	13%
Sodium 147mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate 53.50g	19%
Dietary Fiber 2.40g	9%
Total Sugars 45.00g
Protein 10.70g	21%

Vitamin D 124IU	620%
Calcium 314mg	24%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 724mg	15%

*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: 35.3%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 53.9%