Mocha Latte
A mocha latte recipe made with a smooth cocoa paste, 2 shots of espresso and steamed milk. Rich, chocolatey and ready in 5 minutes without any gritty lumps.
Servings 1 mug
Calories 236kcal
Cost $1
Equipment
- 1 Mug
- 1 Espresso machine, moka pot or AeroPress
- 1 Small saucepan
- 1 Whisk or milk frother
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Paste
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-process is smoother
- 1 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp hot water
For the Latte
- 2 shots espresso or 1/2 cup strong coffee
- 8 oz whole milk or oat milk
Instructions
Make the Chocolate Paste
- Add the cocoa and sugar to a mug and stir together.
- Pour in the hot water and whisk into a smooth, shiny paste.
- Brew the espresso directly over the paste and stir until dissolved.
Steam the Milk
- Heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until steaming.
- Stop at about 150 degrees F, before it boils.
- Whisk vigorously or use a frother until the milk is silky and foamy.
- Pour the milk into the mug, holding back the foam with a spoon.
- Spoon the foam on top and dust with cocoa if you like.
Notes
Always dissolve cocoa into a paste first to avoid lumps. Use 1 tablespoon of sugar for a less sweet mocha. For an iced version, make the paste in a glass, add cold milk and ice. Do not boil the milk.
Nutrition
Serving: 355ml | Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 9.4g | Fat: 9g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 480mg | Sugar: 31g | Calcium: 310mg | Iron: 1mg
