By Becky Hardin
Updated Dec 2, 2024
Coffee and chocolate are a match made in heaven, and this iced mocha is proof of that. I mix rich espresso with milk, cocoa powder, and just a touch of sugar to create this delicious drink. It takes just 5 minutes to put together, and it tastes like it came from a gourmet coffee shop. This is my favorite way to cool off in hot weather.
Mochas are one of my favorite coffee drinks– the combination of chocolate and coffee just cannot be beaten! This iced mocha is so simple to make with just 4 ingredients, and it’s perfect for breakfast or a mid-day pick-me-up.
What’s in This Iced Mocha Recipe?
- Sugar: Granulated sugar sweetens the drink.
- Cocoa Powder: Adds rich chocolate flavor to the drink without upping the calorie count. Use an unsweetened cocoa powder, as the sugar adds enough sweetness to this drink.
- Coffee: Use your favorite coffee for this recipe. I like to use brewed espresso, but instant or decaf will both work well.
- Milk: Makes the drink nice and creamy. Any kind of milk works, including plant-based milks, so use your favorite.
Tips for Success
- You can swap the sugar for honey or maple syrup if you prefer.
- If you want to enjoy this mocha un-iced, you can easily make a hot version of this drink. Simply mix the sugar, cocoa powder and espresso together as per the recipe, and heat the milk in a pot on the stovetop, then combine the warm milk with the mocha mix.
- Topping off this iced mocha with this whipped cream is never a bad idea!
How to Store
This iced mocha is best enjoyed as soon as you’ve made it so that the ice doesn’t dilute the drink. You can make the mocha mix a day or two ahead and keep it in the fridge so it’s ready to use.
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 1 tablespoon granulated sugar or to taste
- ▢ 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- ▢ 2 ounces espresso or very strong coffee
- ▢ ½ cup milk any kind will work
- ▢ Ice enough to the fill the glass
Instructions
- Combine the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and espresso in a small bowl. Stir until no lumps remain. 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, 2 ounces espresso or very strong coffee
- Fill a glass with ice. Add the espresso mixture and then top with your choice of milk. Stir gently and enjoy immediately. ½ cup milk, Ice
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make an Iced Mocha Step by Step
Flavor the Coffee: Combine 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder, and 2 ounces of espresso in a small bowl. Stir until no lumps remain.
Add the Milk: Fill a glass with ice. Add the espresso mixture and then top with ½ cup of your choice of milk. Stir gently and enjoy immediately.
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Iced Mocha Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar or to taste
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 2 ounces espresso or very strong coffee
- ½ cup milk any kind will work
- Ice enough to the fill the glass
Instructions
- Combine the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and espresso in a small bowl. Stir until no lumps remain. 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, 2 ounces espresso or very strong coffee
- Fill a glass with ice. Add the espresso mixture and then top with your choice of milk. Stir gently and enjoy immediately. ½ cup milk, Ice
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
