Mexican Mocha

Sep 19, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Easy

Mexican Mocha in a ceramic mug on an oak serving board

A hot espresso-based drink with rich chocolate sauce infused with cinnamon and a hint of chili powder, steamed whole milk, creating a Mexican-inspired mocha with a warm, spicy kick.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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18.0 g (18.0 g)finely ground espresso
36.0 g (36.0 g)espresso yield
1.0 fl oz (30.0 ml)chocolate sauce
¼ tsp (0.5 g)ground cinnamon
0.062 tsp (0.1 g)chili powder
8.0 fl oz (240.0 ml)whole milk

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Instructions

Extract espresso into a 12 oz cup.
Stir in the chocolate sauce, ground cinnamon, and chili powder until fully combined.
Steam milk to 140–150°F (60–66°C) with fine microfoam, pour over espresso mixture, and serve.

Tips

Adjust the chili powder amount to control the spiciness; substitute whole milk with oat milk for a dairy-free version.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make mexican mocha?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make mexican mocha ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and rewarm gently on the stove; don't let it boil.

How do I make mexican mocha dairy-free?

Use oat or almond milk in place of dairy milk, and dairy-free ice cream, yogurt or whipped topping where the recipe calls for them. Check packaged toppings and sauces for milk.

A hot espresso-based drink with rich chocolate sauce infused with cinnamon and a hint of chili powder, steamed whole milk, creating a Mexican-inspired mocha with a warm, spicy kick.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

239 Calories / serving

8.5g Fat

32.4g Carbs

8.6g Protein

28.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~239 cal · 9g fat · 32g carbs · 9g protein · 28g sugar

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

Per serving · 239 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 45 min·2.6 mi·~5250 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 32 min·1.6 mi·~3200 steps
Moderate cycling 24 min·4.8 mi
Swimming laps 33 min
Jogging 23 min·1.9 mi·~3700 steps
Stair climbing 22 min·~2000 steps
Dancing 39 min
Bodyweight circuit training 24 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 56 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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