Iced Strawberry Mocha with Strawberry Cold Foam

This Strawberry Mocha is rich and cozy. Bold espresso and steamed milk are layered with homemade chocolate syrup, then finished with a bright strawberry syrup for a subtle fruity twist.

Course Drinks

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings Servings

Calories 840kcal

Equipment

Small Saucepan
Whisk
Fine-Mesh Strainer optional
Espresso Machine or stovetop espresso maker
Milk Frother
Espresso Cups
Spoon or ladle
Coffee Machine

Ingredients

FOR THE CHOCOLATE SYRUP

½ Cup Cocoa Powder
½ Cup Sugar
½ Cup Water
¼ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 Pinch Salt

FOR THE STRAWBERRY SYRUP

1 Cup Strawberries fresh or frozen, hulled and sliced
⅓ Cup White Sugar
⅓ Cup Brown Sugar
½ Cup Water
½ Teaspoon Lemon Juice optional, enhances flavor

FOR THE STRAWBERRY COLD FOAM

4 Tablespoons Strawberry Syrup Liquid
¾ Cup Heavy Cream
1 Splash Milk

FOR SERVING

Milk steamed (dairy or non-dairy)
2 Shots Espresso
Fresh Strawberries
Ice

Instructions

In a small saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, and water over medium heat until smooth and slightly thickened. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla and salt. Set aside to cool.
Combine the strawberries, white sugar, brown sugar, and water in a saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until the strawberries soften and release their juices. Blend until smooth, then strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds and pulp. Stir in the lemon juice, if using. Reserve the liquid for the cold foam.
In a small glass or frothing vessel, combine the strawberry syrup liquid, heavy cream, and a splash of milk. Froth until thick and airy.
Add about 1 to 2 teaspoons of chocolate syrup to each espresso cup. Brew the espresso directly over the chocolate syrup and stir to combine.
Fill two glasses with ice. Pour the chocolate espresso over the ice, then add milk to fill the glass. Spoon the strawberry cold foam over the top. Garnish with fresh strawberries and an extra drizzle of strawberry syrup, if desired. Serve immediately.

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