Starbucks Iced White Mocha Recipe
The Starbucks Iced White Mocha is a sweet and creamy coffee beverage that combines smooth espresso, white chocolate sauce, and cold milk, served over ice for a refreshing pick-me-up. If you love the signature flavors of this beloved drink but don’t want to wait in line at Starbucks, this homemade recipe lets you enjoy the indulgent flavors in the comfort of your own home. With just a few simple ingredients, you can recreate this sweet, creamy iced coffee drink in minutes!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
The Iced White Mocha is the perfect balance of rich coffee, velvety white chocolate, and chilled milk. It’s sweet without being overly sugary and gives you the caffeine boost you crave while still being indulgent enough to feel like a treat. The homemade version of this drink allows you to adjust the sweetness to your preference, and you can easily make it dairy-free or customize it with extra flavorings. It’s a quick and easy recipe that’s perfect for when you’re craving something sweet and refreshing.
Ingredients
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1 shot of espresso (or 1/2 cup of strong brewed coffee)
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3 tablespoons white chocolate sauce (store-bought or homemade)
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1/2 cup milk (whole, skim, almond, oat, or your choice of milk)
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Ice
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Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
Directions
- Mix with white chocolate sauce: In a small cup, combine the brewed espresso with the white chocolate sauce. Stir well until the chocolate sauce is fully dissolved into the espresso.
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Prepare the drink: Fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour the white chocolate espresso mixture over the ice.
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Add milk: Pour the milk into the glass and stir to combine with the espresso and chocolate sauce. You can adjust the amount of milk to make the drink stronger or creamier, depending on your taste.
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Top with whipped cream: If desired, top your iced white mocha with a generous swirl of whipped cream for added indulgence. You can also drizzle extra white chocolate sauce on top for a finishing touch.
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Serve and enjoy: Stir the drink once more and enjoy your homemade iced white mocha!
Servings and Timing
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Servings: 1
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
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Total Time: 5 minutes
Variations
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Dairy-Free Version: Use almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk as a substitute for regular milk to make the drink dairy-free.
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Sweetener Adjustments: If you prefer a sweeter drink, add more white chocolate sauce. Alternatively, you can adjust the sweetness by using a flavored syrup like vanilla or caramel.
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Frozen Version: Blend the ingredients with ice to make a frozen iced white mocha for a slushier texture.
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Extra Flavor: Add a dash of cinnamon, nutmeg, or even a shot of vanilla syrup to make the drink more flavorful.
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Decaf Version: Use decaffeinated espresso or coffee for a low-caffeine version of the drink.
Storage/Reheating
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Storage: Since iced white mocha is best served fresh, it’s not ideal to store leftover drinks. However, if you have leftover espresso or coffee, you can store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours and reheat it or use it in another iced coffee drink.
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Reheating: If you prefer a hot version, you can reheat the espresso and white chocolate mixture and pour it over steamed milk for a cozy, hot white mocha.
Conclusion
The Starbucks Iced White Mocha is a sweet, creamy, and refreshing coffee treat that you can easily recreate at home with just a few ingredients. Whether you’re craving a mid-afternoon pick-me-up or hosting a coffee-themed gathering, this drink is sure to impress. With the ability to adjust the sweetness and flavor to your liking, you can enjoy a personalized version of this beloved Starbucks drink whenever you want!
Starbucks Iced White Mocha Recipe
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
The Starbucks Iced White Mocha is a sweet and creamy coffee beverage made with espresso, white chocolate sauce, and cold milk, served over ice. This homemade recipe lets you enjoy this refreshing and indulgent drink with just a few ingredients and minimal prep time.
Ingredients
- 1 shot of espresso (or 1/2 cup of strong brewed coffee)
- 3 tablespoons white chocolate sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup milk (whole, skim, almond, oat, or your choice of milk)
- Ice
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- the espresso shot using an espresso machine or strong cup of coffee if you don’t have an espresso machine. For a more authentic taste, espresso is preferred, but strong coffee will also work.
- In a small cup, combine the brewed espresso with the white chocolate sauce. Stir well until the chocolate sauce is fully dissolved into the espresso.
- Fill a glass with ice cubes and pour the white chocolate espresso mixture over the ice.
- Pour the milk into the glass and stir to combine with the espresso and chocolate sauce. Adjust the amount of milk for a stronger or creamier drink.
- If desired, top your iced white mocha with whipped cream and drizzle extra white chocolate sauce on top.
- Stir again before serving and enjoy your homemade iced white mocha!
Notes
For a dairy-free version, use almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk instead of regular milk.Adjust the sweetness by adding more white chocolate sauce or flavored syrups like vanilla or caramel.For a frozen version, blend the ingredients with ice to create a slushier texture.For extra flavor, add a dash of cinnamon, nutmeg, or vanilla syrup.For a decaf version, use decaffeinated espresso or coffee.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
