How to make a yummy Mocha latte
Lattes consist of steamed milk and strong coffee or espresso, and they are a favorite among coffee-house devotees. The drink is served hot or cold and can be flavored with vanilla, almond, or caramel. A mocha latte is a latte with chocolate added in the form of cocoa or chocolate syrup. Save yourself a trip to the coffee house for an expensive mocha latte by making your own at home. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- 2 cups of half-and-half
- Saucepan
- Spoon
- 2 tbsp. brown sugar
- 2 1/2 cups strong coffee or espresso
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
- 4 large coffee mugs or tall glasses
Instructions
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Heat the half-and-half in the saucepan, but do not let it boil.
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Remove the half-and-half from the heat.
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Add the brown sugar, prepared coffee or espresso, chocolate syrup and vanilla extract. Mix with the spoon until the brown sugar is dissolved.
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Pour the latte into four large mugs and serve. For iced latte, cool the mixture and pour it over ice in tall glasses.
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Tips & Warnings
Add a shot of bourbon or whiskey if desired.
Substitute almond extract for the vanilla.