It’s summer time! Nothing beats a chilled, chocolate-flavoured coffee on a hot day.
This easy guide will show you how to make the best chocolate flavour coffee at home using simple ingredients — plus a few tips to make it extra delicious.
Ingredients for the Best Chocolate Flavour Coffee
- Coffee: 10–15g (2–3 tbsp) fresh coffee beans or pre-ground coffee
- Water: 180ml hot water (for brewing)
- Chocolate: 20–25g (milk or dark, at least 60% cocoa for richer flavour)
- Milk: 50–100ml cold milk (whole, oat, almond, or coconut)
- Sweetener: sugar, honey, maple syrup, or brown sugar (optional, to taste)
- Ice: enough to fill a glass
Optional extras: cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, grated chocolate, or cocoa powder for topping.
Step-by-Step Guide to Making the Best Chocolate Flavour Iced Coffee
Step 1: Grind Your Coffee
Grind beans just before brewing for maximum flavour. Use coarse grind for French press, medium-fine for pour-over, or fine for espresso. Pre-ground coffee works too if you match the grind to your brewing method.
Step 2: Brew Strong Coffee
Brew 180ml of strong coffee using your preferred method (French press, pour-over, or even high-quality instant). Since ice will dilute it slightly, a stronger brew works best.
Step 3: Melt the Chocolate
Place chocolate in a small saucepan over low heat and stir constantly until smooth. Alternatively, microwave in 15–20 second bursts, stirring in between to avoid burning.
Step 4: Mix Coffee and Chocolate
Pour the freshly brewed coffee into the melted chocolate. Stir well until fully blended. Taste, then add sweetener if you want it sweeter.
Step 5: Assemble the Iced Coffee
Fill a tall glass with ice. Pour the coffee–chocolate mixture over the ice, then add 50–100ml cold milk. Stir to combine so the flavours mix evenly.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
Top your best chocolate flavour coffee with whipped cream, a dusting of cocoa powder, or grated chocolate for an extra café-style touch.
Extra Tips to Make It More Delicious
- Melt chocolate with a splash of milk first for a smoother mix.
- Always brew coffee stronger than usual for iced drinks.
- A pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or vanilla can enhance flavour.
- Use honey, maple syrup, or brown sugar for unique sweetness.
- Dark chocolate (60%+ cocoa) gives a richer, less sweet flavour.
Conclusion
Making the best chocolate flavour coffee at home is about choosing good beans, real chocolate or cocoa, and following a proven recipe. With the right coffee, quality chocolate like Vibgyor’s Dark Chocolate Callets or GCB’s Dark Compound Chocolate, and a few simple techniques, you can enjoy café-style chocolate coffee in your own kitchen.
Try this recipe today, experiment with flavours, and enjoy your perfect homemade chocolate coffee anytime you want.
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