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Waking up to a festive cup of coffee is my favorite way of getting in the holiday spirit. This holiday season, I’m making one of my favorite festive drinks, the Caramel Mocha Latte.  If you like Starbucks’s Salted Caramel Mocha, then you’ll love this recipe!

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Homemade Caramel Mocha 

Don’t let the holiday budget compromise your christmas spirit. Enjoy this caramel mocha latte anytime you please, without the guilt! Save money, time and enjoy a more personalized cup of coffee from the comfort of your home. 

This Starbucks copycat Caramel Mocha Latte has endless variations and is super simple to make. With only 4 ingredients added to the coffee, you will enjoy your holiday cup without breaking the bank! 

ingredients in caramel mocha latte

What does a caramel mocha have in it?

  • Strong brewed coffee – or espresso
  • Chocolate syrup – use regular or sugar free
  • Coffee Syrup – caramel or vanilla
  • Milk – we love using nonfat
  • Caramel, for garnish

Recipe Swap

  • For a lower-calorie coffee, use sugar-free chocolate sauce and sugar-free syrup.
  • Most grocery stores carry Torani brand syrups in the coffee aisle, they usually have at least one sugar-free flavor.
  • Use full fat or 2% milk if you prefer, or even non-dairy milk.

How to make Caramel Mochas at home

  • Add coffee to your mug along with chocolate syrup and caramel syrup. Stir to combine.
  • Heat milk in the microwave for about 1 minute – or until it’s not but not boiling. If you have a frother, froth until foamy on top. If you don’t have a frother, add to a blender and blend until it’s part foamy, about 3-4 pulses) – make sure to vent your blender.
  • Pour milk over coffee, add foam on top, and drizzle with caramel.
latte in a clear glass with froth and caramel drizzle on top

Expert Tip

I use a Keurig and brew it to 4 ounces to make it super strong. You can also use an espresso maker, a Nespresso, or just brew really strong coffee.

FAQs

Is caramel mocha hot or cold?

Both! This caramel mocha can be enjoyed hot or cold. For cold, just serve over ice!

Can I make this a salted caramel mocha?

Yes! I love adding the salt over the whipped cream and caramel drizzle as a Starbucks copycat Salted Caramel Mocha. 

Can I make a latte without a milk frother?

You can! Just whisk your milk in a pan before serving. Or enjoy over ice! It’s equally as good. 

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latte in a clear glass with froth and caramel drizzle on top

Caramel Mocha Latte

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Make your favorite Caramel Mocha at home – this easy caramel mocha latte has variations for every diet.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Yield 1 servinvg
Serving Size 1 serving
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Ingredients
 

  • 4 ounces strong brewed coffee see note
  • 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup see note
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla or caramel syrup see note
  • 6 ounces nonfat milk see note
  • Caramel for garnish
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Instructions

  • Add coffee to your mug along with chocolate syrup and caramel syrup. Stir to combine.
  • Heat milk in the microwave for about 1 minute – or until it’s not but not boiling. If you have a frother, froth until foamy on top. If you don’t have a frother, add to a blender and blend until it’s part foamy, about 3-4 pulses) – make sure to vent your blender.
  • Pour milk over coffee, add foam on top and drizzle with caramel.

Recipe Notes

  • I use a Keurig and brew it to 4 ounces to make it super strong. You can also use an espresso maker, a nespresso, or just brew really strong coffee.
  • For a lower calorie coffee, use sugar-free chocolate sauce and sugar-free syrup. Most grocery stores carry Torani brand syrups in the coffee aisle, they usually have at least one sugar-free flavor.
  • Use full fat or 2% milk if you prefer, or even nondairy milk.

Recipe Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 168kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 92mg | Potassium: 390mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 347IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 231mg | Iron: 0.4mg
Nutritional information not guaranteed to be accurate
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Author Dorothy Kern

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33 Comments

  1. I don’t drink coffee but I do love salted caramel or peppermint anything. Love that you can use this for hot chocolate type drinks too! I have a feeling my hubby would LOVE this!

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  3. I’m not a coffee drinker…I know I live in Seattle, but what can I say:-D I do like the looks of that peppermilk hot cocoa and with the rain tonight, that looks mighty good! Cheers, XOXO

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  4. Hi Dorothy! I see you have your “History of Pi” Book in the kitchen right where it should be! 🙂

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