Iced Mocha Latte (Dairy-Free)

Chocolatey, creamy, and satisfying, this Iced Mocha Latte comes together quickly for an easy at-home coffee treat! Made with bold espresso, creamy oat milk, and homemade chocolate syrup, it's perfect served iced for a sweet afternoon pick-me-up.

Adjust the amount of chocolate syrup for more or less sweetness, swap in your favorite plant-based milk, and enjoy it iced or hot.

It's a simple way to get a mocha at home in just a few minutes!

Ingredients

This creamy mocha comes together with just a few simple ingredients!

Bold espresso, creamy oat milk, and a touch of homemade chocolate syrup create a smooth, chocolatey drink that's easy to make at home.

Espresso: Two shots of espresso make the base of this latte. I use a Nespresso, but any espresso or strong brewed coffee will work.

Oat Milk: Oat milk is my favorite but feel free to use your favorite plant-based milk.

Chocolate Syrup: This vegan mocha sauce couldn't be easier to make. You only need 5 minutes and 4-ingredients!

See recipe card for quantities.

Helpful Equipment

To make this chocolatey mocha at home, you'll need an espresso machine. I use a Nespresso and love how quickly it brews smooth espresso shots.

If you want frothy milk, an Aeroccino works perfectly. It froths milk both hot and cold, giving you creamy lattes every time.

How to Make This Recipe

Chocolate and coffee are a match made in heaven!

The full written recipe can be found in the recipe card below.

Step 1: Make ahead the dairy-free chocolate syrup. It's three simple ingredients: cocoa powder, plant-based milk, and organic cane sugar.

Step 2: Add chocolate syrup to the bottom of a tall glass.

Step 3: Fill with ice and pour in the oat milk.

Step 4: Brew a double shot of espresso and pour over the oat milk. Stir and taste to adjust chocolate flavor and sweetness.

If making a hot mocha latte, froth and steam the milk and omit the ice.

Note: If the syrup thickens too much in the fridge, don't worry! Brew the hot espresso over the mocha sauce and then follow it up with ice and milk. It will loosen up.

Substitutions & Variations

Espresso: If you don't have an espresso machine, you can replace the double shot of espresso with ½ cup of strong coffee or cold brew. Adjust the amount of milk accordingly.

Oat Milk: Feel free to choose your preferred plant-based milk! Coconut would be delicious to add a chocolate coconut flavor. But soy milk or almond milk are great as well.

Chocolate Syrup: If you're not in the mood for a mocha, you can switch things up with other flavored coffee favorites like a cozy Iced Cinnamon Dolce Latte or a sweet Caramel Oat Milk Latte.

Serving Tips

Brewed espresso tastes best right away, so serve your mocha immediately for the best flavor.

Prep ahead by making the chocolate syrup in advance so your latte comes together in minutes, perfect for busy mornings or a quick afternoon pick-me-up.

Tips & Tricks

Use an unsweetened oat milk so you can be completely in control of the sweetness.

If you want a sweeter coffee with less chocolate syrup, I recommend adding brown sugar syrup.

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