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Starbucks Dark Chocolate Mocha Recipe

Starbucks Dark Chocolate Mocha Recipe (Copycat)

This Starbucks Dark Chocolate Mocha is a rich, bold espresso-based drink made with real dark chocolate, steamed milk, and sweetness. It’s smooth, indulgent, and has that deep cocoa flavor Starbucks is known for
4.50 from 2 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Beverages, Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 2 Servings
Calories 540 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz dark chocolate at least 70% cocoa
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1–2 tbsp sugar

Optional Add-Ins:

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract optional
  • 1 shot espresso optional
  • 1 pinch cinnamon optional
  • Whipped cream or cocoa powder for topping, optional but recommended

Instructions
 

Melt the dark chocolate

  • Chop high-quality dark chocolate into small pieces and melt using a double boiler or microwave.
  • Stir continuously to avoid burning.

Heat the milk

  • In a separate saucepan, warm the milk over medium heat.
  • Don’t boil—just heat until steaming.

Combine the ingredients

  • Whisk melted chocolate into the warm milk. Mix completely.
  • Add your chosen sweetener or espresso if desired.

Optional add-ins

  • Add vanilla extract, cinnamon, or any toppings for extra flavor.

Notes

To make an iced version, let the drink cool for 5 minutes, fill a glass with ice cubes, and pour it over. Done!
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