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How to Easily Make an Iced White Mocha Like a Starbucks Barista

How to Easily Make an Iced White Mocha Like a Starbucks Barista

Craving a Starbucks iced white mocha but don’t want to leave the house? With this easy recipe, you can make one right at home! This article will teach you everything you need to know, including what ingredients are needed and step-by-step instructions.

Making iced white mochas at home is easy and affordable – and it tastes just as good as the ones from Starbucks.

So what are you waiting for? Start brewing!

The Iced White Chocolate Mocha: AKA Iced White Mocha

There’s no denying that Starbucks makes really good coffee drinks. And one of my favorites is the iced white chocolate mocha, or iced white mocha for short.

The best way to describe it is to say it has a delicious coffee punch with just enough sweetness and creaminess from the white chocolate sauce, all finished with an airy vanilla whipped cream hat.

So, instead of going to Starbucks every day, I decided to create my own version at home. And let me tell you, this stuff is the real deal!

This iced white chocolate mocha tastes just like the real deal from Starbucks. Furthermore, it only takes 5 minutes and a few ingredients to prepare.

After trying this iced white mocha recipe at home, I’m confident you’ll never want to wait in line at the coffee shop again. You’ll be saving time and money as well as impressing yourself and your friends with your barista abilities!

The Ingredients You’ll Need

This recipe is super easy and only requires 5 ingredients, not including the ice.

To make this iced white mocha, you’ll need:

-2 shots of espresso

-3 tablespoons white chocolate sauce

-1 tablespoonvanilla syrup

-1/2 cup of milk

-heavy whipping cream, this is for the vanilla whipped cream topping. Feel free to use pre-made whipped cream, if you don’t want to make it yourself.

-ice

You can find all of these ingredients at your local grocery store. The only thing you might have to order online is the white chocolate sauce, but even that is available at some stores like Target.

Making the Iced White Mocha

Now that you have all the ingredients, it’s time to start making your iced white mocha!

Here are the simple steps:

First step

Make the whipped cream. Combine the heavy cream and vanilla, then blend together until medium-stiff peaks begin to form, then set it aside. If you’re using pre-made whipped cream, simply mix the vanilla syrup and whipped cream together and voila.

Second step

Brew two shots of espresso. If you don’t have an espresso machine, don’t worry. You can simply make a cup of extra strong coffee or use instant espresso. If you have an Aeropress or a Keurig, that’ll work too.

Third step

Mason jar for mixing the ingredients together for iced white mocha.

Combine the espresso, white chocolate sauce and milk. Mix well. A cocktail shaker or a mason jar with a lid works good for this.

Fourth step

Pour the mixture over a cup of ice and top with whipped cream. Enjoy!!

And that’s it! You’ve just made an iced white mocha right in your own kitchen.

Popular add-ins

If you want to get creative, there are a few popular add-ins that people love to put in or on their iced white mochas.

Here are some ideas:

  • Cinnamon
  • Chocolate shavings
  • Peppermint extract
  • Orange zest
  • A drizzle of caramel sauce

The sky’s the limit when it comes to iced white mochas, so get creative and have fun with it! But even without those extras, this iced white mocha is sure to hit the spot!

FAQ

Is the iced white chocolate mocha sweet?

The short answer to this is, it depends. It depends on your personal taste. If you try this recipe, as is, and find it sweet, then cut back on the white chocolate sauce. If it’s not sweet enough, then add more.

What does iced white chocolate mocha taste like?

The iced white chocolate mocha has a coffee punch with just enough sweetness and creaminess from the white chocolate sauce, all finished with an airy vanilla whipped cream hat.

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes! This iced white mocha is perfect for making ahead of time. Simply follow the recipe up until the point of pouring it over ice. Then, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. When you’re ready to enjoy, simply shake it up, pour it over a cup of ice and top with whipped cream.

The Wrap Up

That’s it! Now you know how to make an iced white mocha like a Starbucks barista!

With this recipe, you’ll save time and money while impressing your friends and family with your barista skills.

So what are you waiting for? Start brewing! Iced white mochas are easy, delicious, and the perfect summer treat! Cheers!

If you have any questions or comments about this recipe or if you try it out, let me know how it goes in the comments below.

And be sure to check out our other articles to learn all about that coffee!

Happy brewing! Happy sipping!