The Best Iced Mocha Macchiato Recipe: Starbucks Copycat

I have the best Iced Mocha Macchiato recipe for you today! 

The temperatures are high outside and I still need to be in the garden, and nothing is more refreshing than a tall glass of iced coffee. 

Starbucks introduced the Iced Coconut Milk Mocha Macchiato in July of 2016. It was the company’s first iced espresso beverage that featured coconut milk. 

The Iced Coconut Milk Mocha Macchiato was a success, and it quickly became one of Starbucks’ most popular drinks. The beverage was praised for its delicious flavor and its dairy-free and vegan options. It was also seen as a refreshing and innovative take on the classic Mocha Macchiato.

I’ve always been a coffee lover, but I’ve also been on a quest to find drinks that are lower in calories.

How I grew to love Coconut Milk Mocha Macchiato

A few years ago, I was at Starbucks and I saw the Iced Coconut Milk Mocha Macchiato on the menu. I was intrigued by the fact that it was made with coconut milk, which is a lower-calorie option than dairy milk. I decided to give it a try, and I was hooked!

The Iced Coconut Milk Mocha Macchiato has a rich, chocolatey flavor that is balanced by the sweetness of the coconut milk. It’s also refreshing and satisfying, which makes it the perfect drink for a hot summer day. Plus, it’s only about 210 calories, which is a lot lower than many other coffee drinks.

I’ve been ordering the Iced Coconut Milk Mocha Macchiato ever since I first tried it. It’s my go-to drink when I’m looking for something delicious and satisfying that won’t break the calorie bank. I’m so glad I discovered this drink, and I know it will be a favorite of mine for years to come.

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However, it can get expensive to go to Starbucks for a daily coffee splurge, so I decided to create my own verison of this drink at home.

In addition, we recently bought a Breville espresso machine, so I was determined to figure out the recipe with just a few simple ingredients.

Don’t tell Starbucks, but I have figured it out. 

So let me share this great recipe with you.

Supply list to make an iced Mocha Macchiato

• You can use an espresso machine, French press, Nespresso machine, or instant espresso.
• A fun glass to serve your coffee in. (I purchased mine at Dollar Tree), or you can use a mason jar.
• Milk frother (if you have one).
• Use a small sifter to sprinkle the cocoa powder on the top.

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Ingredients needed

1. Espresso beans or instant espresso for your espresso shots.
2. One cup of coconut milk or a milk alternative such as almond, oat, or soy milk.
3. Two or three tablespoons of chocolate syrup.
4. Carmel sauce for the top of your coffee drink. This is optional.
5. Whipped cream – This non dairy Reddi Wip is made with almond milk and very low in calories.
6. A sprinkle of cocoa powder.

A step-by-step guide to making a Mocha Macchiato

• Make your espresso however you are going to make it. I used my Breville to make one shot and I used the instant espresso to make a second shot.
• Add ice to your glass.
• Drizzle chocolate sauce into the glass and over the ice.

• Pour a shot of espresso over the ice and chocolate, this adds a nice bold flavor of coffee. If you want extra coffee flavor, you can opt for a double shot.
• Add your coconut milk until the glass is full.

• Now for the best part, the icing on the cake as they say. Squirt on this fabulous whip cream that only has 10 calories for two tablespoons. so that means you can have as much as you want.
• Drizzle chocolate syrup or butterscotch over the whip cream and add a sprinkle of cocoa powder. 

What does a Mocha Macchiato taste like?

A Mocha Macchiato with coconut milk is a delicious and refreshing drink that combines the rich flavor of espresso with the sweetness of coconut milk and chocolate.

The first sip is a bit of a surprise, as the coconut milk is creamier and thicker than dairy milk, but it quickly melts into the coffee and chocolate flavors. The aftertaste is slightly sweet and nutty, with a hint of caramel.

And one of the best parts is that this drink is a dairy-free coffee drink.

Alternatives to coconut milk for the Mocha Macchiato recipe

In recent years creamy coconut milk has become a healthy alternative to whole milk. But don’t worry if you’re not a coconut lover. You’re still in luck because the different mocha and caramel sauces manage to diminish any coconut taste.

You can also choose to use an alternative milk like almond milk, oat milk or soy milk.

No matter how you customize it, an iced Mocha Macchiato is a delicious and refreshing coffee drink perfect for any occasion. So next time you crave a Starbucks Mocha Macchiato, try making your own at home with this easy recipe!

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