![]() ![]() So if you choose to do so, you can add whipped cream, milk, dark or white chocolate syrup, sprinkles, nutmeg, cinnamon, and even chocolate sprinkles! After that, you can start to sip on your new creation! Drink ModificationsĪs if the latte itself customizable, the custom mocha is also highly customizable as well. The great thing about mochas is that you can decorate them in a variety of ways. There should be a thin layer of foam on the surface, providing you with a smooth, slightly velvety texture with each sip. Step Four: PourĪfter you’ve steamed your milk, you can pour it into your cup on top of your chocolate/espresso mixture. You’ll be able to tell when steaming is complete when the milk pitcher is just a little too hot to the touch, around about 165☏. When you steam your milk, you should hear the sounds like paper tearing that will signify air blending with the milk in order to create a decent amount of foam for your latte. While your espresso is brewing into your cup, you can begin steaming your 8 ounces of milk. When the espresso is finished extracting, you should thoroughly stir the two together to adequately blend the flavors together. The heat of the espresso will warm up the chocolate, creating a delicious mixture. Last Update: Step Two: Extract Your EspressoĮxtract two shots of espresso into the latte cup and onto the chocolate syrup. ![]() ![]() I boiled a small jar (to kill bacteria), then poured the syrup in there.If you click this link and make a purchase, we earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Turn the Heat off, let it cool for a few minutes. Don't worry if it looks feels or looks too viscous, it will harden once you turn off the heat. Boil until mixture thickens, you will notice that if you move your spoon (or whatever you're mixing with) fast through the mixture, you can see the bottom of the pot for a quick second. Then add a dash of salt (brings out the flavor, but just a tiny bit!) Once mixed completely, the mix will probably be already boiling, so lower the heat to a Medium, let it boil for about 5-8 minutes mixing constantly. Add the water slowly, thirds at a time, mixing well in between. Just don't put the chocolate in first then), mixing the dry cocoa and sugar, so the sugar can heat up, and perhaps burn a little for a more caramel-like taste. Leave it in there for a minute or two (any more can actually burn the chocolate leaving a strange smell/taste, but if you want, you can heat the sugar first, making it more caramel-like. Mix the cocoa and sugar, and put them in a sauce pan. Unfortunately, I haven't any pictures of this step, but it shouldn't be too hard. You can use that weird Hershey's Syrup stuff, but honestly, there's too much other stuff in there besides the chocolate, and its a bit too sweet for me. Now for those who like this drink a lot, you can multiply the recipe however you like. Sidenote: Don't forget to rate and vote! Thanks! You will notice that most of the drink is actually just milk, and only 1/4 to 1/5 of the actual mix is coffee.įor one cup you will need: Syrup (this makes a small cup of syrup, so you can use it maybe 10-15 times again, same recipe)ġ/4 cup of cocoa powder (NOT GROUND CHOCOLATE) 1/2 cup sugar (I used a little less, maybe 3/8) 1 dash salt 1/2 cup water 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (make your own!)Ģ teaspoons your choice of ground coffee (I chose Trader Joes Bay Blend Arabica Beans) 1/4 cup of hot waterģ/4 cup of hot milk (you can steam this if you have the tools) Just don't add ice first (in the cup) then add the hot coffee, or else you could break the cup. I like mine hot, but you can cool it by sticking it in the fridge or adding ice. ![]() (If you want it to taste more espresso-like, just add a teaspoon more of coffee when you brew it.) This is made from normal coffee, and not espresso. This took me 15 minutes the first time, and It'll take you less once you have the syrup on the ready. The name is complicated, I swear the ingredients are not. CAFFE MOCHA HOW TOPreviously known as: How to make Chocolate Frappuccino Mocha Latteįor those of you who are poor like me, or simply love doing things DIY even early in the morning, this is for you. ![]()
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