Light Cafe Mocha Mix

Indulge in the cozy, café-style comfort of this Light Cafe Mocha Mix—a quick, easy, and guilt-free recipe perfect for coffee lovers. Made with pantry staples like instant coffee granules, unsweetened cocoa powder, and nonfat dry milk powder, this DIY mocha mix offers the perfect balance of rich cocoa and bold coffee flavors. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s a versatile treat you can store for up to a month, making it ideal for busy mornings or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Simply dissolve the mix in hot water, and with the optional touch of whipped cream or milk foam, you’ll have a silky, homemade mocha that feels indulgent but stays light. Whether you're craving a delicious beverage at home or looking for a thoughtful gift, this recipe brings café-quality flavor straight to your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Instant coffee granules
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup Nonfat dry milk powder
• 2 tablespoons Sugar or sugar substitute
• 1 cup Hot water
• 0 Optional whipped cream or milk foam for topping

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the instant coffee granules, unsweetened cocoa powder, nonfat dry milk powder, and sugar or sugar substitute. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of the ingredients.

Step 2

Transfer the prepared mix into an airtight container or a mason jar for storage. Keep in a cool, dry place for up to 1 month.

Step 3

When ready to prepare a single serving, add 2 tablespoons of the Light Cafe Mocha Mix to a mug.

Step 4

Pour 1 cup of hot water over the mix and stir well until fully dissolved and smooth.

Step 5

Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding additional sugar or sugar substitute.

Step 6

Optionally, top with a dollop of whipped cream or milk foam for an extra indulgent treat.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your light, homemade cafe mocha!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(429.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	644.1

Total Fat 7.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 22.2mg	0%
Sodium 641.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 101.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 91.4g
Protein 48.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1645.8mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 3114.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 10.1%

Protein: 29.0%

Carbs: 60.8%