Copy Cat Starbuck's White Chocolate Mocha

This CopyKat White Chocolate Mocha is one of the easiest coffee drinks to make, and just as convenient, affordable and delicious as the coffee shop version.

Since I discovered how to make a Homemade Gingerbread Latte, I've become obsessed with finding more copycat coffee recipes to try. I have to admit, I'm completely hooked! I never considered recreating my favorite coffee drinks at home, but it turns out to be a fantastic idea. 

While I still believe Starbucks is unbeatable, my coffee habit was becoming too expensive. Making these drinks myself has significantly cut down on costs. Recently, I stumbled upon a copycat recipe for my beloved Starbucks White Chocolate Mocha, and I can't wait to give it a shot!

Although using vanilla syrup is ideas, it can be tricky to find. We managed to order some online, but in the meantime, I', trying out a recipe that uses white chocolate chips instead. 

Update: Starbucks and grocery stores now offer flavored syrups, making them much more accessible than they were back in 2008 when they were hard to find.

I was pleasantly surprised at how closely it resembled the authentic flavor. The drink was rich and creamy, with a delicious white mocha flavor. This coffee drink would be perfect for holiday gatherings, especially since the recipe can be easily scaled up to serve more guests. I prefer to make mine using a double boiler, but I also think it would work wonderfully in a slow cooker for larger events. 

The slow cooker would keep the drink warm, allowing you to set out whipped cream and other toppings for your guests to enjoy. If you would like to try this copykat version of my favorite coffee drink, follow the step-by-step instructions provided below. The full recipe is at the end of this post. 

These are the ingredients you will need: whole milk, almond milk or oat milk, strong coffee, Nestle Ghirardelli white chocolate chips, whipped cream, cinnamon and white chocolate shavings (optional).

To create a makeshift double boiler, fill a pot with water and place a glass bowl on top. This method is effective if you don't have a traditional double boiler. Add the milk and white chocolate chips to the bowl, then bring the water to a boil before reducing the heat to a gentle simmer. 

As you stir in the white chocolate chips, it may clump together initially, but it will soon begin to melt smoothly. Make sure your milk is hot and steaming before combining the two, as the chocolate chips will melt easily into the mixture.

Add 1/4 cup of milk mixture to a latte mug and then add about 1/2 cup of hot coffee, and finish off with more of the milk mixture. Mix everything together, and add a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for garnish. You can also add white chocolate shavings for garnish. 

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