Light Cafe Mocha Mix
Indulge in the cozy, café-style comfort of this Light Cafe Mocha Mix—a quick, easy, and guilt-free recipe perfect for coffee lovers. Made with pantry staples like instant coffee granules, unsweetened cocoa powder, and nonfat dry milk powder, this DIY mocha mix offers the perfect balance of rich cocoa and bold coffee flavors. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s a versatile treat you can store for up to a month, making it ideal for busy mornings or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Simply dissolve the mix in hot water, and with the optional touch of whipped cream or milk foam, you’ll have a silky, homemade mocha that feels indulgent but stays light. Whether you're craving a delicious beverage at home or looking for a thoughtful gift, this recipe brings café-quality flavor straight to your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Instant coffee granules
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup Nonfat dry milk powder
- 2 tablespoons Sugar or sugar substitute
- 1 cup Hot water
- Optional whipped cream or milk foam for topping
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the instant coffee granules, unsweetened cocoa powder, nonfat dry milk powder, and sugar or sugar substitute. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of the ingredients.
Transfer the prepared mix into an airtight container or a mason jar for storage. Keep in a cool, dry place for up to 1 month.
When ready to prepare a single serving, add 2 tablespoons of the Light Cafe Mocha Mix to a mug.
Pour 1 cup of hot water over the mix and stir well until fully dissolved and smooth.
Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding additional sugar or sugar substitute.
Optionally, top with a dollop of whipped cream or milk foam for an extra indulgent treat.
Serve immediately and enjoy your light, homemade cafe mocha!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
644 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.5 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 642 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.1 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 91.4 g | ||
| Protein | 48.3 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1646 mg | 127% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 3114 mg | 66% | |
*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.
