My Lite Cafe Mocha

Indulge in the rich, café-quality flavor of "My Lite Cafe Mocha," a delightful homemade twist on your coffeehouse favorite—minus the heavy calories! This recipe combines the bold taste of strong brewed coffee with the velvety smoothness of unsweetened almond milk and a hint of cocoa for a perfectly balanced mocha experience. Sweetened with just a touch of sugar or a sugar substitute and elevated by aromatic vanilla extract, this drink is as comforting as it is guilt-free. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s a quick and easy way to treat yourself to a cozy beverage that pairs beautifully with breakfast or dessert. Customize it with optional garnishes like whipped cream or a sprinkle of grated dark chocolate for that extra luxurious finish. Perfect for coffee lovers seeking a lighter alternative, this cafe mocha will surely become your go-to homemade indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 240 ml strong brewed coffee
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar or sugar substitute
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 240 ml unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
• 2 tablespoons whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 teaspoon grated dark chocolate or cocoa powder (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Brew a fresh cup of strong coffee and set it aside.

Step 2

In a small saucepan over low-medium heat, add the unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar or sugar substitute, and vanilla extract.

Step 3

Gradually whisk in the almond milk until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.

Step 4

Heat the mixture gently, stirring occasionally, until it's warm but not boiling. Avoid high heat to prevent scalding the milk.

Step 5

Pour the hot chocolate mixture into your mug, filling it halfway.

Step 6

Slowly pour the brewed coffee on top of the chocolate mixture and stir gently to combine.

Step 7

Top with a dollop of whipped cream, if desired, and garnish with grated dark chocolate or a sprinkle of cocoa powder.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade lite cafe mocha!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	514.9 grams (514.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	127

Total Fat 8.80g	11%
Saturated Fat 4.20g	21%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 15mg	5%
Sodium 183mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate 10.60g	4%
Dietary Fiber 3.10g	11%
Total Sugars 6.10g
Protein 2.80g	6%

Vitamin D 101IU	507%
Calcium 479mg	37%
Iron 2mg	10%
Potassium 382mg	8%

*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: 59.6%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 31.9%