Spiced Orange Mocha Recipe

Warm up your holidays (or any day!) with this irresistible Spiced Orange Mocha! This festive drink is bursting with the flavors of zesty orange, rich mocha, and aromatic spices. Perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself, this recipe is easy to make and sure to impress. Create a beautiful, personalized gift jar filled with all the dry ingredients and a vibrant orange – the perfect present for coffee lovers!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 142.3 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 3.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spiced Orange Mocha

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How to Make Spiced Orange Mocha

  1. Combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger in a large bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, zest one large orange and juice one half, setting the remaining orange aside for gift-giving (or for another beverage).
  3. Add the orange zest and juice to the dry ingredients. Mix well until combined.
  4. To prepare a single serving: In a mug, combine 1/4 cup of the spice mixture, 1 cup of hot milk (dairy or non-dairy) and 1-2 tablespoons of strong brewed coffee. Stir until sugar is dissolved and spices have infused into the drink.
  5. Microwave on high for 30-60 seconds, or until heated through. For stovetop method, gently simmer in a saucepan for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Top with whipped cream (optional) and additional orange zest.
  7. For gifting: Layer the dry spice mixture and orange slices into a festive glass jar, including instructions on how to prepare the beverage. Add a decorative ribbon for a special touch!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

79g

Fat

10g

Carbs

8g