Starbucks Iced White Chocolate Mocha Copycat Recipe

Jump to Recipe

Summer is perfect for cold coffee drinks like a Starbucks iced white chocolate mocha. This copycat recipe is easy to make and only requires a few ingredients. And it's a fraction of the cost of picking one up at Starbucks. Plus, It tastes just as good, if not better. I mean, who doesn't love white chocolate and coffee? It's perfect when you need an afternoon pick-me-up or something a little sweet!

PIN the recipe to try it later!

A picture of a Starbucks copycat iced white chocolate mocha in a tall glass.

A hot summer day gets even better when sipping on delicious iced coffee! And this Starbucks Iced White Chocolate Mocha recipe is one you'll love. It's my new favorite drink to make, and so refreshing!

This iced mocha is easy to make at home with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen! Plus, this recipe comes together in only a few minutes.

According to the Starbucks website, Starbucks iced white chocolate mocha features their signature espresso mixed with their Starbucks white chocolate mocha sauce, milk, and ice. It’s a great pick-me-up when you need something sweet in the afternoon, especially after a long day.

It’s no wonder that this drink has become popular with coffee fans. The sweet white chocolate mocha taste pairs perfectly with the espresso.

Aside from the long lines, going to Starbucks regularly can put a dent in your wallet. For example, the coffee chain’s tall white chocolate mocha latte can set you back $3.75 a cup, with $4.75 for the venti size!

Instead, make this iced coffee recipe at home. Then, you can enjoy the delicious combination of white chocolate flavor and strong coffee while you keep some extra money in your pocket.

Also, one of the best things about recreating this Starbucks iced white chocolate mocha drink at home is that you can control the sweetness of the drink.

As you know, a sweetened beverage at your local coffee shop has high levels of sugar. However, when you make them at home, you can choose the sugar amount or replace it with healthier alternatives.

For more Starbucks copycat recipes, check out Starbucks Toasted White Chocolate Mocha, Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, and Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte.

Also, be sure to check out How To Make A Delicious Latte At Home.

More drink recipes

Jump to:

More drink recipes
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ingredients
How to make Starbucks iced white chocolate mocha
Substitutions
Variations
Equipment
Storage
Top tips
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
📋 Recipe

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This iced coffee is cold, creamy, and chocolatey all at the same time.
It's a great pick-me-up on a hot day.
It's easy to make in the comfort of your own home with just a few simple ingredients.
You can customize it to your liking by adding more or less coffee, milk, or sugar.
It's a delicious way for a coffee fan to enjoy their daily dose of caffeine.
It's perfect for sharing with friends (or enjoying by yourself).
You don't need special equipment or skills, just a blender, and some basic ingredients.
You can have this refreshing iced white mocha whenever you want one!
This iced white chocolate mocha recipe is much cheaper than Starbucks. If you're a daily Starbucks drinker, it can add up to a lot of money over time!
Did I mention it's delicious?

Ingredients

This copycat Starbucks recipe is made of simple ingredients that you can easily find in your pantry or at your local grocery store.

Homemade vanilla simple syrup. Made with water, sugar, and vanilla extract, it only takes a few minutes to make, and store leftovers in the fridge until next time!
White chocolate, chopped and melted
Milk. I used 2% milk.
Espresso. I used dark roast Starbucks coffee beans that I ground.
Ice.
Whipped cream. Make your own using heavy cream and a blender, sweetened with simple vanilla syrup to taste.

See the recipe card for quantities.

How to make Starbucks iced white chocolate mocha

First, make the vanilla simple syrup. Combine the sugar, water, and vanilla extract in a small saucepan and place over medium heat.

Whisk together until heated and sugar is dissolved. This will only take a few minutes. It does not need to boil. As soon as the syrup is clear and the sugar is dissolved, it's done.

Next, add the vanilla extract. Let the vanilla syrup cool to room temperature.

The vanilla simple syrup cooling in a saucepan.

To make the white chocolate syrup, begin by chopping the white chocolate into small pieces.

A knife chopping up the white chocolate into small pieces.

Next, melt the chocolate using your air fryer or microwave. For best results, use good-quality white chocolate. This will take about 2 minutes.

It melts quite quickly. Stir it periodically with a spoon until smooth and melted.

Then, brew fresh espresso using your preferred method, or make strong coffee instead.

Two espresso glasses being filled with fresh espresso.

After that, pour two espresso shots into a blender with the melted chocolate and blend until smooth. You can also use an immersion blender.

Coffee and melted white chocolate in a blender.

The coffee and white chocolate blended together until smooth.

Next, assemble your iced mocha. Fill a tall glass with ice cubes, crushed or cubed (about 1 to 1-½ cups of ice).

Next, add vanilla simple syrup.

Vanilla simple syrup being added to a tall glass with ice cubes.

Next, pour in blended espresso and chocolate.

The espresso and white chocolate mixture being poured into a glass.

Add milk of your choice.

A picture of milk being poured into a glass with the coffee.

Top with whip cream if desired.

Add your favorite straw and stir to combine the ingredients. That is all there is to it! I told you it was simple! So drink up and enjoy it any time you like!

Hint: Keep the simple syrup in the fridge so you can quickly make a homemade coffee anytime you want!

Note: This makes a large glass. For a smaller coffee, use a single shot of espresso and cut the rest of the ingredients in half.

Substitutions

If you're a fan of the Iced White Chocolate Mocha from Starbucks, you're in for a treat. There are a few simple substitutions you can make to create a similar drink at home:

Milk: Take note that Starbucks uses 2% whole milk. You can follow the type of milk they use or choose your milk of choice. Almond milk, soy milk, and oat milk are great substitutes for this recipe. Skim milk is also a great substitute and will reduce the calories and fat content of the drink.
White chocolate sauce: You can buy the white chocolate sauce on Amazon if you want the same flavor profile. You can also substitute the white chocolate sauce with dark chocolate sauce. Dark chocolate will give the drink a richer flavor. You can also use hazelnut or almond syrup, which pairs well with coffee and has a richer flavor. You can also use cheap white chocolate chips in a pinch if you need to.
Espresso: Instead of espresso, you can use strong brewed coffee, instant espresso powder, or instant coffee. You could also use cold brew coffee; it has a smoother taste than espresso and is less acidic.
Whipped cream: You could also top this iced mocha with cold foam.

Variations

Skinny white chocolate mocha- This is a lower-calorie version of the regular iced white chocolate mocha. It's made with espresso, nonfat milk, and sugar-free white chocolate syrup.
Double chocolate iced white chocolate mocha- This variation has twice the amount of chocolate. It's made with espresso, milk, white chocolate syrup, and dark chocolate chips.
Caramel iced white chocolate mocha- This variation includes caramel sauce and the usual ingredients of espresso, milk, and white chocolate syrup.
Hazelnut iced white chocolate mocha- This variation includes hazelnut syrup and the usual ingredients of espresso, milk, and white chocolate syrup.
Alternatively, while people usually consume this beverage as a cold coffee drink, you can keep it hot if you’re fond of hot drinks. For example, hot white chocolate mocha is an excellent variation on hot chocolate for winter.
Make a blended drink by adding ice and blend until smooth. This will give it a frappe-like consistency.
Top with whipped cream, extra chocolate sauce, and chocolate shavings for a decadent treat.

Equipment

If you're a Starbucks iced white chocolate mocha fan, you might be surprised to learn that you can easily make this tasty treat at home with just a couple of pieces of equipment.

To make the coffee, you can use a French press, Moka pot, coffee maker, or espresso maker (Nespresso works great). Here's the difference between them:

French press: French presses are one of the most popular ways to make coffee at home, and for a good reason. They're easy to use and produce a rich, full-flavored cup of coffee.
Espresso maker or Nespresso: If you want to make iced espresso drinks at home, you'll need an espresso maker or Nespresso machine. These machines brew concentrated shots of coffee that you can use in various iced beverages or hot drinks.
Moka pot: A Moka pot is a stovetop coffee maker designed explicitly for making espresso-style coffee. It's a great option if you don't have an espresso machine and produces a strong and flavorful cup of coffee.

Once your coffee is made, combine it with the melted white chocolate in a blender and blend until smooth.

Storage

Store any leftover iced mocha in the fridge in a covered container or jar for up to 2 days. Shake well before serving.

Store vanilla simple syrup in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Top tips

Start with a strong coffee base. I like to use espresso, but you could also use very strong coffee. For example, if you use regular coffee, you might want to increase the amount of coffee by about 50%.
Use good quality white chocolate. I like Lindt, Ghirardelli, or Baker’s brand (which is easy to find at the grocery store).
Add milk – I used 2%, but you could use whole milk if you want a richer drink. Of course, half and half would work well, too!
Sweeten to taste – Start with less simple syrup, and add more to taste.
Again, you don’t need an espresso machine for this recipe. You can certainly use instant coffee or cold brew. However, it won’t have the same strong coffee flavor.
On the other hand, for a milder coffee taste, you can add just one shot of espresso or use blonde espresso.
You can use sweetened condensed milk if you don’t have white mocha sauce.
You can use coffee ice cubes to avoid watering down your drink, especially for extra hot summer days.

A hand holding the Starbucks copycat iced white mocha in a glass.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What kind of milk is in an iced white chocolate mocha?

You can use any milk you like but Starbucks uses 2% milk for this drink.

Can you buy bottles of syrup at Starbucks?

Yes, you can buy nearly any bottle of syrup at Starbucks.

What is the difference between blonde and espresso?

Blonde espresso is a type of espresso made with a lighter roast coffee bean. This means that the coffee beans used for blonde espresso are roasted for a shorter time than regular espresso coffee beans, resulting in lighter-colored beans and less bitter coffee.

A closeup picture of the iced white chocolate mocha in a glass.

So, if you’re looking for a little bit of Starbucks in your life (and who isn’t?) but don’t want to spend the money, give this copycat iced white chocolate mocha recipe a try.

If you do, please let me know what you think. I would love to hear how it turns out for you!

If you try it out and like it, I would appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a star rating and/or comment in the comments section below. 🙂

Don't forget to share it with your friends on social media!

You can also Follow Me on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Don't forget to tag me in your photos @windingcreek_ranch!