Brown Butter Iced Chocolate Mocha

Nov 1, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Brown Butter Iced Chocolate Mocha: Brown Butter Iced Chocolate Mocha: a tall glass of iced chocolate mocha with layered…

Brown Butter Iced Chocolate Mocha: a creamy iced chocolate mocha with espresso. Serve it iced. Makes 2 glasses in about 22 minutes.

Prep 12 min

Flavor Brown Butter

Serve Iced

Cooling 10 min

Total 22 min

Yield 2 glasses

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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glasses

3 ½ tbsp (18.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
3.0 tbsp (35.0 g)granulated sugar
¼ cup (60.0 ml)hot water
1.0 cup (260.0 ml)pasteurized whole milk
1.0 tbsp (12.0 g)brown butter, cooled
1 ¼ cups (180.0 g)ice cubes
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)pasteurized heavy cream
2.0 shots (2.0 fl oz)freshly brewed espresso (cooled)

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Instructions

In a bowl whisk cocoa and sugar into the measured hot water until glossy and completely dissolved.
Add brown butter, cooled and whisk or briefly blend until incorporated; fully melt chopped chocolate if it is the chosen flavor.
Add cold milk and cooled espresso; mix until uniform, then rapidly cool the mixture below 40°F / 4°C if it is warm.
Divide the ice between two tall glasses and pour over the cold cocoa mixture.
Top each drink with 15 ml cold heavy cream and serve immediately.

Tips

Always make a smooth cocoa slurry first to avoid gritty powder in cold milk.
Cocoa itself contains some caffeine; mocha versions additionally contain coffee, and check product labels for exact caffeine amounts.
Perishables must not sit at room temperature longer than 2 hours, or 1 hour above 90°F (32°C).
Good with cookies, cakes, and pastries.

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Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make brown butter iced chocolate mocha?

Plan on 12 minutes of prep, plus 10 minutes to chill. The recipe makes 2 glasses.

How should I store brown butter iced chocolate mocha?

Serve immediately; dairy drinks: refrigerate at or below 40°F / 4°C if not serving.

Can I make brown butter iced chocolate mocha ahead?

Best made just before serving. Serve immediately; dairy drinks: refrigerate at or below 40°F / 4°C if not serving.

Brown Butter Iced Chocolate Mocha: a creamy iced chocolate mocha with espresso. Serve it iced. Makes 2 glasses in about 22 minutes.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 2 servings this recipe makes.

263 Calories / serving

15.9g Fat

29.6g Carbs

6.5g Protein

24.9g Sugar

Whole recipe (2 servings): ~526 cal · 32g fat · 59g carbs · 13g protein · 50g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.