Iced Raspberry Mocha Latte: Easy Homemade Recipe
Dark chocolate meets bright, tangy berries in this unique Iced Raspberry Mocha Latte. The bold flavors of cocoa and espresso compliment the sharp, fruity notes of raspberry, creating a sweet and slightly tart flavor. It’s a perfect sweet treat to enjoy for your next morning coffee!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Easy
This simple recipe is quick to make! First, make a raspberry syrup by heating raspberries with maple syrup and straining through a sieve. You can skip this step by using a store-bought raspberry jelly, if you prefer. Next, make a mocha mixture by combining freshly brewed espresso with cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Finally, layer the raspberry syrup and mocha mixture with ice and whole milk in your favorite iced coffee glass!
Healthy
This recipe can be made in a healthy way by making a homemade raspberry syrup instead of using a highly processed store-bought syrup. The raspberry syrup in this recipe is made with two simple and healthy ingredients: fresh raspberries and maple syrup! Another option is to use a seedless raspberry jam from the store, there are naturally sweetened options available at many natural food stores.
Delicious
If you’re a fan of chocolate covered raspberries, this is the perfect latte for you! Imagine combing the flavors of hot chocolate, strong coffee, and sweet, tart raspberries. It’s a unique coffee experience, perfect for any iced coffee lover.
Ingredients That Make This Chocolate Raspberry Latte Amazing
Raspberry Syrup: you can either make the homemade raspberry syrup below, or simply use seedless raspberry jelly from the store. Either one will work great in this recipe! I recommend using a naturally sweetened jam if you’re going that route.
Cocoa Powder: this is a dark chocolate mocha recipe, using cocoa powder! It adds deep, rich and bittersweet flavors to this recipe.
Maple Syrup: this mocha is naturally sweetened with maple syrup! It pairs nicely with coffee, cocoa, and raspberries.
Vanilla: vanilla adds a sweet essence to this raspberry mocha recipe.
Espresso: freshly brewed shots of espresso are what make this recipe a delicious mocha! I am always looking for new ways to enjoy my morning cup of coffee, and it always amazes me how many flavors pair with coffee.
Milk: whole milk adds a creamy, sweet flavor to this recipe. Feel free to use your milk of choice, but I recommend whole milk for the best flavor.
How to Make Healthy Raspberry Syrup
Making a homemade version of raspberry syrup is so easy! First, add raspberries and maple syrup to a small saucepan. Cook these ingredients on medium-high for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Next, strain the raspberry mixture through a fine mesh sieve, pushing through with a wooden spoon. Now you have homemade raspberry syrup! See the recipe below for more detailed instructions.
How to Serve This Raspberry Mocha Latte
- Serve this raspberry mocha in your favorite glass so you can enjoy the lovely layers!
- Top this raspberry mocha with fresh raspberries and/or whipped cream for extra flavor and beauty.
Can This Raspberry Mocha Be Served Hot?
Maybe you’re in the mood for something warm instead of chilled. This recipe is delicious either way! Simply make steamed milk with your espresso machine and omit the ice to enjoy this recipe as a cozy hot mocha instead of an iced version.
How to Make a Raspberry Mocha Latte
Make the Raspberry Syrup
*Skip this section if using raspberry jam.
Combine raspberries and maple syrup in a small saucepan.
Cook raspberries and maple syrup on medium high, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes.
Place fine mesh sieve over a bowl and strain raspberry mixture through, pushing through with a spoon and scraping from the outside of the sieve.
Make the Raspberry Mocha
Combine freshly brewed espresso with cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt in a small bowl until there are no clumps.
To the bottom of a glass, add raspberry syrup or jam.
Next, add ice cubes to the glass.
Pour milk over ice cubes for the second layer.
Finally, add mocha mixture to the glass for the final layer.
*For a hot raspberry mocha, heat milk using an espresso machine steam wand. Omit ice and combine ingredients in large mugs.
Top iced or hot raspberry mocha with fresh raspberries and/or whipped cream.
Enjoy!
Iced Raspberry Mocha Latte: Easy Homemade Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Small Saucepan
- 1 large fine mesh sieve
- 1 large spoon or rubber spatula for pushing raspberries through sieve
- 1 small whisk
- 1 small bowl
Ingredients
Homemade Raspberry Syrup (Substitute with 2 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam)
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen and thawed/strained raspberries
- 1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup
Raspberry Latte
- 2 shots freshly brewed espresso
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extraxt
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup milk (to taste)
- 1/2 cup ice (omit for hot mocha)
Instructions
Make the Raspberry Syrup
- *Skip this section if using raspberry jam.
- Combine raspberries and maple syrup in a small saucepan.
- Cook raspberries and maple syrup on medium high, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes.
- Place fine mesh sieve over a bowl and strain raspberry mixture through, pushing through with a spoon and scraping from the outside of the sieve.
Make the Raspberry Mocha
- Combine freshly brewed espresso with cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt in a small bowl until there are no clumps.
- To the bottom of a glass, add raspberry syrup or jam.
- Next, add ice cubes to the glass.
- Pour milk over ice cubes for the second layer.
- Finally, add mocha mixture to the glass for the final layer.
- *For a hot raspberry mocha, heat milk using an espresso machine steam wand. Omit ice and combine ingredients in large mugs.
- Top iced or hot raspberry mocha with fresh raspberries and/or whipped cream.
- Enjoy!
