A refreshing iced float combining chilled coffee, chocolate syrup, club soda, and vanilla ice cream for a rich mocha flavor and fizzy texture.
Mocha Float
Ingredients
Scales by servings. Blend or brew in batches if your blender or pot is small.
- 6.0 fl oz (180.0 ml)chilled coffee or cold brew
- 2.0 fl oz (60.0 ml)club soda
- 1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)chocolate syrup
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
- 2.0 scoopsvanilla ice cream
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Instructions
- Pour the chilled coffee or cold brew into a tall glass.
- Add the chocolate syrup and pure vanilla extract and stir gently to blend the mocha flavor.
- Slowly add the club soda to maintain fizz.
- Gently add the vanilla ice cream scoops on top.
- Serve immediately with a straw and spoon.
Tips
- Use chilled coffee and add the club soda slowly to keep the fizz. Substitute chocolate syrup with cocoa powder mixed in a small amount of hot water if needed.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make mocha float?
Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make mocha float ahead?
Best enjoyed right away. Freeze leftovers in ice-pop molds, or blend them again with a splash of milk.
Can I use a different form of vanilla?
Yes. This recipe uses 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~343 cal · 16g fat · 45g carbs · 5g protein · 37g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 343 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 65 min·3.8 mi·~7600 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 46 min·2.3 mi·~4600 steps
- Moderate cycling 35 min·7.0 mi
- Swimming laps 48 min
- Jogging 34 min·2.8 mi·~5450 steps
- Stair climbing 32 min·~2900 steps
- Dancing 56 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 35 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 80 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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