Espresso Drinks
Easy Mocha
Real chocolate, espresso and milk — no powdered mixes.
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Prep
5 minutes
Total
8 minutes
Servings
1 mug
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients
- Double espresso (1.27 oz by weight)
- 0.7 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 6.8 fl oz milk
- Pinch of salt
Equipment
- Espresso machine or moka pot
- Milk jug
- Mug
Nutrition
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Instructions
- 1
Put the chopped chocolate and salt in the mug.
- 2
Brew espresso directly over the chocolate and stir until melted.
- 3
Steam the milk and pour it in.
- 4
Finish with a dusting of cocoa.
Tips
- 70% dark chocolate balances the coffee better than milk chocolate.
Variations
- White mocha: swap in white chocolate and skip the cocoa dusting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use cocoa powder instead?+
Yes, but make a cocoa syrup first so it dissolves properly.
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