Classic Hot Mocha Latte

Often linked to Mocha, Yemen’s historic coffee port, this drink marries bold brew with rich cocoa. Steamed milk and a whipped-cream crown turn espresso and chocolate into a classic hot mocha latte.

Serves 2 · 5 min prep · 10 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 285 cal
• 9g protein
• 34g carbs
• 14g fat
• 3g fiber

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Ingredients

• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup strong brewed coffee or espresso
• 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• for topping whipped cream
• for garnish chocolate shavings
• 1 pinch pinch of salt

Instructions

1. 1Warm the milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until it is steaming and small bubbles form the edges, about 3 to 4 minutes; do not let it boil.
2. 2Whisk the cocoa powder, sugar, and pinch of salt together in a separate small bowl until no lumps remain.
3. 3Pour a splash of the hot milk into the cocoa mixture and stir into a smooth paste so the powder fully dissolves.
4. 4Return the cocoa paste to the saucepan with the remaining milk and whisk vigorously until fully combined and slightly frothy.
5. 5Stir in the chocolate chips and continue whisking over medium-low heat until the chips melt completely and the mixture turns glossy and thick, about 2 minutes.
6. 6Add the hot brewed coffee or espresso and vanilla extract, then whisk again until the mocha is uniform in color and steaming hot.
7. 7Taste and adjust sweetness if needed, then divide the latte evenly between two mugs.
8. 8Top each mug with a generous swirl of whipped cream and finish with chocolate shavings.
9. 9Serve immediately while hot so the cream slowly melts into the deep coffee-chocolate drink.