Turtle Mocha Recipe (Step-By-Step)
Making a turtle mocha at home is easier than it sounds. The key is balance: enough sweetness, but not so much that it hides the espresso. So here's how to make it:
Equipment
- Espresso machine, moka pot, or strong coffee brewer
- Milk frother or handheld whisk
- Small saucepan (if heating milk manually)
- Mug:
- Spoon:
Ingredients
- Fresh brewed espresso (or ½ cup strong coffee)
- 1 tbsp chocolate syrup (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tbsp caramel sauce
- ¾ cup milk of choice (whole, oat, almond, etc.)
- Optional: whipped cream, crushed pecans, chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Step 1) Brew Your Espresso: Use 1–2 shots of espresso or a strong ½ cup of coffee. Next, let it sit for a minute while you prep the rest. However, not too long or it’ll cool down too much.
- Step 2) Mix in Chocolate and Caramel: Stir the chocolate syrup and caramel sauce directly into the hot coffee. You also want to keep stirring until it’s fully melted and looks smooth and glossy
- Step 3) Steam and Froth the Milk: Heat your milk until hot but not boiling (around 150°F is good). Next, froth it using your preferred method. If you don’t have a frother, a French press works pretty well for this.
- Step 4) Top It Off: Pour the frothed milk over your chocolate-caramel espresso base. Then top with whipped cream, a caramel and chocolate drizzle, and a little handful of chopped pecans if you want to go full "dessert-mode."