McCafe Iced Mocha Recipe

This refreshing McCafe Iced Mocha Recipe is a creamy and chocolatey beverage, which uses robust cold brewed coffee and rich chocolate syrup. It’s a budget-friendly copycat recipe, perfect for beating the summer heat in under 5 minutes.

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McCafe Iced Mocha Ingredients

The Base:

• Ice cubes: You need a lot—fill the glass to the brim to keep the drink frosty without melting too fast.
• 1/4–1/3 glass Cold Brewed Coffee: Cold brew is smoother and less acidic than chilled drip coffee, mimicking the smooth taste of the drive-thru version. You can adjust the ratio depending on how much of a caffeine kick you need.
• 2/3–3/4 glass Milk: 2% milk is standard for that creamy mouthfeel, but oat milk or almond milk work perfectly for a dairy-free alternative.

The Flavor:

• 1–2 tbsp Chocolate Syrup: Classic Hershey’s syrup works best here to replicate the authentic McCafe flavor profile.
• 1–2 tsp Sugar (optional): Only add this if you like your coffee extremely sweet, as the chocolate syrup already provides significant sugar.

The Topping:

• Whipped Cream: Canned aerosol whip is the easiest way to get that high pile of fluff.
• Extra Chocolate Syrup: For the signature drizzle on top.

How To Make McCafe Iced Mocha

1. Ice the Glass: Fill a tall glass completely with ice cubes. Don’t be stingy; more ice keeps the drink colder for longer without diluting it as quickly.
2. Pour the Coffee: Pour in your cold brew or chilled leftover coffee. Fill about 1/4 of the glass for a milky, sweet drink, or up to 1/3 if you want a stronger coffee flavor.
3. Add the Milk: Top the rest of the glass up with your milk of choice (2%, oat, almond). Leave about an inch of room at the top if you plan on adding a mountain of whipped cream.
4. Flavor and Mix: Squeeze in the chocolate syrup and add the sugar (if using). Crucial Step: Stir vigorously with a spoon or a straw. Chocolate syrup is heavy and loves to sink to the bottom; you want to ensure it is fully dissolved into the cold milk and coffee mixture.
5. Garnish: Top with a generous swirl of whipped cream and a final zigzag drizzle of chocolate syrup. Insert a straw and enjoy.

Recipe Tips

• Coffee Ice Cubes: To prevent your mocha from getting watery as it sits, freeze some leftover coffee in an ice tray the night before. Use these coffee cubes instead of regular ice for a drink that gets stronger as it melts.
• Dissolving Trick: If you find the chocolate syrup hard to mix into the cold liquid, mix the syrup with the coffee before adding the ice and milk. The slightly less-cold coffee helps the syrup emulsify better.
• Milk Choice: For the closest texture to McDonald’s, use whole milk or 2%. Skim milk will taste a bit watery, while oat milk adds a lovely toasted flavor that complements the chocolate.
• Instant Option: If you don’t have cold brew, you can dissolve a teaspoon of instant espresso powder in a tablespoon of hot water, then fill with cold water and ice.

What To Serve With McCafe Iced Mocha

• Glazed Donuts: Coffee and donuts are the ultimate pair.
• Breakfast Sandwich: A savory egg muffin balances the sweet chocolate drink.
• Chocolate Chip Cookies: Double down on the chocolate.
• Croissants: A buttery pastry pairs well with the creamy mocha.

How To Store McCafe Iced Mocha

• Immediate Consumption: This drink is best enjoyed immediately while the ice is fresh.
• Batch Prep: You can mix the coffee, milk, and chocolate syrup in a pitcher and keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Pour over fresh ice when ready to serve.

McCafe Iced Mocha Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 240 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 38g
• Fat: 8g
• Protein: 6g
• Sugar: 32g

Nutrition information is estimated per glass with 2% milk and whipped cream.

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