Mexican Mocha (Spicy Optional)

5 from 4 votes

Mexican Mocha (Spicy Optional)

Treat yourself to a drinkable anytime fiesta with this five-minute Mexican Mocha! Made with smooth espresso, frothed milk, homemade mocha sauce, velvety cocoa, and warming spices.

Prep Time2

Cook Time3

Total Time5

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Mexican Mocha

Servings: drink

Calories: 261kcal

Author: Megan Byrd

Equipment

1 small saucepan
1 milk frother

Ingredients

1 cup milk of choice (I used whole milk)
3 tablespoon mocha sauce
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
2 oz espresso (or 8 oz brewed coffee)

Instructions

Add the milk, mocha sauce, cocoa powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper (if using) to a small saucepan and heat over medium-low heat. Whisk frequently until everything is well combined and smooth.
Remove the chocolate mixture from the heat and froth with a milk frother. Set aside.
Brew your espresso or coffee into a mug, then top with the frothed milk. Drink up!

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