Mocha for One or Two
Indulge in the comfort of a café-style treat at home with this quick and easy recipe for Mocha for One or Two. Perfectly tailored for solo sippers or a duo, this rich and creamy drink combines freshly brewed coffee with luscious whole milk, a touch of unsweetened cocoa powder, and just the right amount of sweetness. Infused with a hint of vanilla for extra depth, this mocha is ready in just 10 minutes, making it the ultimate go-to for busy mornings or cozy evenings. Top it off with fluffy whipped cream and chocolate shavings for a decadent finishing touch, or keep it simple for a lighter option. Whether you're craving a single indulgence or a shared moment, this homemade mocha promises barista-worthy results every time. Keywords: homemade mocha, easy mocha recipe, coffee for one, café-style drink, quick and simple mocha.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Brewed coffee
- 1 cup Whole milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar (or sweetener of choice)
- 0.25 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk, cocoa powder, and sugar.
Whisk continuously until the cocoa powder and sugar are fully dissolved, and the milk is heated through. Do not bring it to a boil.
Add the brewed coffee to the saucepan and stir to combine.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the mocha into one or two mugs, depending on the serving size desired.
Optionally, top with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings or a sprinkle of cocoa powder.
Serve hot and enjoy your homemade mocha!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
295 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.6 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 34 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 109 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.6 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 302 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 554 mg | 12% | |
*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.
