Description
A cozy, cafe-style drink combining bold espresso, rich chocolate, and sweet blueberry syrup for a delicious twist on the classic mocha.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 shot (about 2 ounces) espresso or strong brewed coffee
- ¾ cup milk (any kind)
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, water, and sugar. Simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes until berries burst and mixture thickens.
- Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, then mash berries gently with the back of a spoon.
- Strain mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids and set syrup aside.
- Brew one shot of espresso or prepare strong coffee.
- In another saucepan, gently heat milk and whisk in cocoa powder until smooth and steamy.
- Add the blueberry syrup and brewed espresso to the chocolate milk, stir well.
- Froth the final mixture using a whisk, frother, or blender.
- Pour into a warm mug and top with blueberries, chocolate shavings, or a dusting of cocoa.
Notes
- Use frozen blueberries if fresh are unavailable.
- For a vegan version, use plant-based milk and maple syrup instead of sugar.
- Let the mocha cool and pour over ice for an iced variation.