Simple Hot Mocha
Warm up your mornings or cozy up on chilly evenings with this Simple Hot Mocha, a delicious blend of robust coffee and creamy hot chocolate in one comforting cup. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy homemade mocha combines brewed coffee with whole milk, rich unsweetened cocoa powder, and a touch of sugar for the perfect balance of sweetness and intensity. The hint of vanilla adds depth, making it a café-worthy treat. Finish it with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings for an indulgent, customizable experience. Ideal for coffee lovers and chocolate enthusiasts alike, this 2-serving recipe is a quick, satisfying escape from your everyday brew.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Brewed coffee
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- optional Whipped cream
- optional Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder (for garnish)
Instructions
Brew 1 cup of your favorite coffee and set it aside.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk, cocoa powder, and sugar.
Whisk the mixture continuously until the cocoa powder and sugar dissolve completely and the milk starts to steam, about 3-4 minutes. Do not allow it to boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the brewed coffee and vanilla extract.
Divide the hot mocha mixture evenly into two mugs.
Optional: Top with whipped cream, and garnish with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder.
Serve immediately and enjoy your cozy drink!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
308 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.8 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 35 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 100 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.3 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.8 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 320 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 595 mg | 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.
