After an informal Instagram poll, I've decided to use the coffee knowledge I picked up during my Starbucks barista days to good use. This time, I'm sharing an easy white chocolate mocha recipe you can make at home.
This is the best white chocolate mocha you can make at home. After working for years as a Starbucks barista, I had a behind the scenes glimpse at how these famous drinks are made. Using all the knowledge I gained as a barista and a few tricks I picked up, this recipe has been perfected and approved by other baristas.
White Chocolate Mocha Ingredients
- White chocolate chips
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Your choice of milk
- Espresso coffee
How to make a White Chocolate Mocha
- First you'll need to make 2 ounces or shots of espresso coffee.
- Then you'll need to heat and froth your milk of choice.
- In your 12oz mug of choice, you'll add your white chocolate chips and condensed milk. Microwave on high for 1 minute.
- Pour your hot espresso into the white chocolate mixture and stir til combined
- Finally, pour in your hot frothed milk.
What equipment will you need to make this copycat Starbucks white chocolate mocha at home?
- Espresso machine like this one or this one.
- A milk frother
Starbucks White Chocolate Mocha Recipe Variations
Making an iced white chocolate mocha latte
Want your white chocolate mocha over ice?! No worries! Place white chocolate and sweetened condensed milk in your glass and place in the microwave for 1 minute. Stir until white chocolate dissolves.
Brew your espresso coffee and reserve 2 ounces ( 2 shots of espresso). Add your hot espresso shots to the white chocolate mixture and stir until well combined.
To your glass then add ice and then fill with cold milk of choice. If desired, top with whipped cream.
Can I use a different type of milk in my white chocolate mocha?
Absolutely! You can use any type of milk you prefer, including almond milk, soy milk, oat milk, or coconut milk. Each will give the mocha a slightly different flavor profile.
How can I make my white chocolate mocha sweeter?
You can add more white chocolate syrup, a splash of simple syrup, or a drizzle of caramel sauce to sweeten your mocha.
How can I make my white chocolate mocha less sweet?
Use less white chocolate syrup or add a shot of espresso for a bolder coffee flavor. You can also use unsweetened almond milk or oat milk as a base.
Can I make a white chocolate mocha with alcohol?
Yes, you can add a shot of liqueur like Baileys Irish Cream, Kahlua, or Frangelico to your white chocolate mocha for an adult beverage.
White Chocolate Mocha Recipe FAQs
No, a Starbucks White Mocha is not just white chocolate.
While it does contain white chocolate sauce, it's a combination of several ingredients:
Espresso: This provides the coffee base.
White Chocolate Sauce: Adds sweetness and creamy texture.
Steamed Milk: Creates a smooth and frothy consistency.
Starbucks uses a proprietary white chocolate mocha sauce. While the exact recipe is a closely guarded secret However, you can achieve a similar flavor profile at home by combining white chocolate chips and condensed milk.
A white mocha is generally considered less strong than a regular coffee or espresso.
While it does contain espresso as a base, the sweetness of the white chocolate and the addition of milk tend to mellow out the coffee flavor. This is why it's often perceived as a milder and sweeter option compared to other coffee drinks.
However, the strength can vary depending on the amount of espresso used and the strength of the espresso itself.
Yes, you can use strong brewed coffee as a substitute for espresso. However, the flavor will be slightly different.
Yes, you can make a cold white chocolate mocha by combining cold brew coffee, cold milk, and white chocolate syrup over ice. You can also blend the ingredients for a frothier version.
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White Chocolate Mocha (Starbucks Copycat)
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons white chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk
- 2 ounces espresso coffee
- 1 cup milk of choice
- whipped cream optional
Instructions
- Place white chocolate and sweetened condensed milk in your 12 ounce mug and place in the microwave for 1 minute. Stir until white chocolate dissolves.
- Brew your espresso coffee and reserve 2 ounces ( 2 shots of espresso)
- Warm your milk to about 150° If you have a milk frother or steamer, froth/steam for about 30 seconds.
- Add your hot espresso shots to the white chocolate mixture and stir until we’ll combined.
- Add your steamed milk to the coffee.
- Garnish with whipped cream if you like.
Marie Maison says
Better than Starbucks! So good. I’m obsessed.