Espresso is beautifully complemented by creamy, smooth white chocolate to create an indulgent white chocolate mocha that’s perfect for a cold winter’s day – and it’s ready in 5 minutes! This Starbucks copycat white chocolate mocha recipe will save you money and let you stay inside in your pajamas. Serve it alongside my copycat Starbucks cranberry bliss bars.
I’m trying to save money (more than usual). And in saving money, that means saying bye-bye to morning Starbucks runs. However, to be fair to myself, the money I used to date was on my gold card was almost entirely from gift cards given to me for holidays and birthdays. But alas, that money has run out. Sniff sniff.
Instead of being sad about that, I’ve decided to look at the upsides.
Why making your own coffee is better than going to Starbucks
- You save money on your morning coffee
- You know exactly what’s going into your drink
- If you have to walk/drive/commute to a Starbucks, you’re saving yourself time not making that trip
- And it gives you an opportunity to try your hand at another coffee recipes!
My standard Starbucks order is a Venti Skinny Vanilla Latte, but on occasion I get a killer white chocolate craving and I splurge on the extra calories found in their White Chocolate Mocha.
It’s so creamy, and white chocolate-y, and just plain delicious. It’s a treat, and definitely not something I would get every day.
Making your own white chocolate mocha at home
You’ll need:
- A mug (duh)
- 8 ounces of your milk of choice (cashew milk complements it beautifully, by the way)
- 2 shots of espresso
- 2 tablespoons of Torani White Chocolate Sauce
- Whipped cream (optional, but encouraged for true indulgence)
You’ll also need a way to froth the milk and white chocolate sauce together. We have an espresso machine that I can use the steam wand for, but you can also use a little milk frothing wand, or an electric milk frother – whatever works for you.
Like I said – I don’t treat myself to this often, but when I do I adore using the Torani White Chocolate Sauce – it’s thick and so flavorful! Because it’s so concentrated, you don’t need to use a lot which is always a good thing because the bottle will last you quite a while. I will warn you though – it’s extremely tempting to just squeeze the bottle directly into your mouth.
Try really, really hard not to do it.
It took me all of 5 minutes to throw this together, and I feel pretty good about the time and money I’m saving making my own. Give it a shot (pun intended) and then check out their other flavors to mix it up and make it your own! The recipe I came up with ends up having less calories – not by a lot, but I’ll take it! Obviously it can vary based on the amount of whipped cream you use, and if you use more white chocolate sauce as a topping.
Either way, it’s still going to be less than the Starbucks version – in calories, and cash! And if you choose to leave off the whipped cream and white chocolate drizzle… I forgive you.
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Copycat Starbucks White Chocolate Mocha
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
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Espresso is beautifully complemented by creamy, smooth white chocolate to create an indulgent white chocolate mocha that’s perfect for a cold winter’s day – and it’s ready in 5 minutes! This Starbucks copycat white chocolate mocha recipe will save you money and let you stay inside in your pajamas. Serve it alongside my copycat Starbucks cranberry bliss bars.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup milk (or non-dairy milk of choice)
- 2 tablespoons Torani White Chocolate Sauce (aff link) (plus more for topping, optional)
- 2 ounces espresso (a “double shot”)
- Whipped cream, optional
Instructions
- Combine milk and white chocolate sauce in a milk frother and heat according the frother’s instructions. If you have an espresso machine, you can use the steam wand.
- Brew your espresso in your preferred manner.
- Pour milk mixture into glass and pour in your brewed espresso.
- Add a little whipped cream and drizzle with more white chocolate sauce, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- To heat your milk, you can use the steam wand of an espresso machine, use a milk frothing wand (aff link), or an electric milk frother (aff link).
- For the espresso, start with whole beans and freshly grind them for the best flavor. Pre-ground espresso can also be used if necessary, but may not have the same bold flavor.
- Category: Drink
- Method: Steam
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: white chocolate mocha, starbucks white chocolate mocha, starbucks copycat, torani white chocolate
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Stephanie Simmons says
First try using the Starbucks expresso store bought, the Starbucks white chocolate mocha creamer, whole milk, & a tiny bit of sugar.( used the ingredients I already had, minus the store bought expresso) just to give it a try. Turned out tasting great! Used your measurements with the ingredients & it turned out tasting exactly like the Starbucks drink without spending the money. Thank you for the recipe!
★★★★★
Leslie Kiszka says
Glad you liked it – thanks for coming back to leave a comment and rating!
Rebecca says
It took me a while to find the syrup but I did and I made this over the weekend. Such a nice treat on a cold Sunday morning!
★★★★★
Leslie Kiszka says
Glad you liked it!
Beth says
Thank you SO much for this recipe! White chocolate mocha is my favorite. Since I live in the sticks, the nearest Starbucks is 30 miles away. Ugh. I have played with this recipe a bit & actually prefer this version to the actual Starbucks recipe.
*No espresso machine or milk frother? No problem, neither do I (and I have zero room for anymore kitchen gadgets). Just warm (microwave) the milk in a large mug. It semi-froths up on its own, although it doesn’t keep the froth, I use really strong coffee in place of the espresso. Perfect. Thanks again!
★★★★★
Christie Salem says
I use the sugar free white chocolate syrup (2tbs) 1 cup half and half and 1/2 cup very strong coffee to make it low carb and its AMAZING ?
Leslie Haasch says
That SOUNDS amazing!
Jamie Scarbrough says
Awesomeness in a cup! I can now make this anytime I want! I have been so disappointed that this is the one flavor that nobody sold. Now I don’t have to spend $5 a pop to get my white chocolate mocha latte! Thanks four the recipe guide. I modified to fit my taste and it’s perfect.
Claudia says
Just thought I would point this out. Walmart Marketplace is now selling the Torani white chocolate sauce. You can find it in their coffee aisle. Was surprised to see it there and is planning to get one to make my own white chocolate mocha frappuccino!
Leslie Haasch says
That’s so good to know – thank you for sharing, Claudia! <3
Rachel G says
I’ve been trying to make these at home and have been using dark chocolate torani, because I can’t find the white chocolate at the grocery store I go to. I’ve resorted to melting white chocolate every morning. where do you get this white chocolate sauce?!
lesliehaasch says
Oh my goodness – that’s dedication! I found it last year at my local grocery store as part of a Torani holiday set (white chocolate, caramel and peppermint). I’m not sure where you live, but if you have a World Market nearby I usually see it there. Good luck!