Ingredients:

  • 2 cups strong brewed coffee (preferably espresso or cold brew)
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy alternative)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • Whipped cream (to taste)
  • Chocolate syrup (for drizzling)
  • Cocoa powder or chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Brew 2 cups of strong coffee using your preferred method.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together cocoa powder and granulated sugar.
  3. Slowly add the hot brewed coffee to the cocoa mixture while whisking until well combined.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
  5. Allow the mocha mixture to cool, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine milk and heavy cream; whisk until mixed.
  7. In a tall glass, pour in the chilled mocha mixture and top it with the milk blend.
  8. Top with whipped cream, drizzle with chocolate syrup, and add cocoa powder or chocolate shavings as desired.