Can I use non-dairy milk?

Of course! We like using whole milk, but you can use any plant milk of your choice. To make a "skinny" version of this, we recommend using unsweetened almond milk. If you want an extra creamy mocha, use coconut milk.

Can I use a different sweetener?

Yes, feel free to use coconut sugar, maple syrup, or honey. If you're using any of the latter two, add it to your drink after it's been heated.

Do I have to use espresso?

No, you can substitute the espresso for 1/4 cup (60 ml) of strong hot coffee. The taste will be a bit different since espresso has a much more intense flavor, but if you don't have an espresso machine, coffee will work just fine.

Dark Chocolate Mocha - Fanciful Eats

Description

This Dark Chocolate Mocha is smooth, creamy, and easy to make on the stovetop. It’s lightly sweet and is best enjoyed on a chilly day.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup (125 ml) milk
1/2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 oz (60 g) high-quality 70% dark chocolate, broken into pieces
Pinch of salt
3/4–1 tsp granulated sugar
2 shots espresso

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Instructions

In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk the milk and cocoa powder.
As the milk starts to heat up a bit, add the dark chocolate, salt, and sugar. Whisk until everything has fully melted.
Stir in the espresso and heat until the mixture starts to steam and bubbles form along the edges. Don’t let it come to a boil.
Remove from the heat and use a milk frother or whisk to foam the drink.
Pour the mocha into a cup and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired.

Notes

We prefer to use whole milk, but you can use any unsweetened milk of your choice.

The espresso can be substituted for 1/4 cup (60 ml) of strong hot coffee.

Nutrition information is only an estimate and was calculated using whole milk and 3/4 tsp of sugar. For a lower calorie drink, we recommend using almond milk.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 drink
Calories: 259
Sugar: 16.1 g
Sodium: 214.6 mg
Fat: 16.2 g
Carbohydrates: 22.5 g
Fiber: 3.4 g
Protein: 6.3 g

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