Dunkin Iced Mocha Latte (2024)

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Skip the drive thru and enjoy this copycat Dunkin Iced Mocha Latte recipe at home! It is made with just three simple ingredients you likely already have on hand and is the perfect drink for any coffee lover on hot summer days!

If you’re a fan of Dunkin’ Donuts iced coffee & iced lattes then you’re probably already familiar with the wildly popular iced mocha latte. It’s such a delicious cold coffee drink that’s perfect for chocolate lovers & coffee lovers a like.

If you’d like more iced latte options, you might also want to try this Iced Strawberry Latte or this Iced Blueberry Matcha Latte.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

It’s economical. Instead of heading to the coffee shop every time you want to enjoy this delicious iced coffee recipe, you can make it at home with just a few basic ingredients you likely already have.
It’s delicious. Decadent & rich, this iced mocha latte recipe can double as a sweet treat on a hot day.
It’s healthier. While this is definitely not a healthy espresso coffee drink recipe, making these delicious drinks at home can help you control what goes into them. This recipe uses less sugar than the coffee shop as well as your favorite type of milk.

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Dunkin’ Iced Mocha Latte Recipe Ingredients & Tested Substitutions

Espresso. Arabica beans are a dark roast coffee bean that work best for espresso. This is the best choice for this recipe, however you can use your favorite strong coffee like cold brew coffee, iced coffee or brew Dunkin Donuts coffee at home. You could also use cold brew concentrate as well, just remember to follow the instructions on the packaging to make 1-2 oz of cold brew.
Milk. I prefer to use whole milk for the best flavor but you may use whatever type of milk you prefer. I find that oat milk or coconut milk works best for a dairy free option.
Chocolate Syrup. Chocolate syrup is necessary for infusing the chocolate flavor into homemade mocha lattes.
Coffee Ice Cubes. Using coffee ice cubes (or even milk cubes) is the best way to keep your iced latte from getting watered down. I like these silicone ice cube trays for easy preparation at home.
Whipped Cream. This is optional, but adding whipped cream is a delicious way to kick this easy mocha latte up a notch. You can also make your own whipped cream or simply use store bought.

Expert Tips

Use brewed coffee that has been chilled in the fridge overnight in a mason jar for an extra cold, refreshing iced coffee.
Instead of using regular ice cubes, use homemade coffee ice cubes or even milk ice cubes. This will prevent the iced mocha latte from getting watered down as the ice cubes melt. Easily make these at home by adding cold coffee or milk to an ice cube tray and freezing until solid.
Kick this treat up a notch by adding a scoop of your favorite chocolate ice cream to the iced coffee instead of milk!
Add a chocolate drizzle or caramel drizzle on top for an extra dose of sweetness. If you’re looking for a sugar-free syrup option this chocolate syrup and caramel syrup is the perfect option and is also suitable for a keto diet.

Favorite Add-Ins & Flavor Variations

Dark Chocolate. If you’re not a fan of chocolate syrup, you can simply melt a half bar of dark chocolate on the stovetop over medium heat. The preferred method would be the double boiler method, where you bring a pot of hot water to a boil, then place a heat safe bowl with the chocolate in it over top. Stir the chocolate until it is just melted, then remove from the heat to avoid it from seizing.
Chocolate Chips. You can also use chocolate chips in the same way you’d use a dark chocolate bar. Have fun with flavors here and try using peanut butter chips or white chocolate chips in addition to chocolate to make a delicious chocolate peanut butter or white chocolate mocha latte.
Cocoa Powder. Instead of a chocolate drizzle, dust the whipped cream with cocoa powder for the best coffee reminiscent of tiramisu!
Make A Classic Iced Latte. If you’re in the mood for a regular Dunkin’ iced coffee at home, simply omit the chocolate syrup and use a touch of simple syrup instead.
Collagen or Protein Powder. If you’re someone who enjoys adding collagen or protein to their coffee, simply add it in & mix with a milk frother for an added protein boost!

Dunkin’ Iced Mocha Latte Recipe Step by Step Instructions

Brew the coffee. Brew your hot espresso ahead of time. Add it to a heat safe container or place the espresso cup directly in the fridge to chill for at least 1 hour if you are not using already cold coffee or cold brew.
Garnish the glass with chocolate sauce. Add chocolate syrup to an iced coffee glass. Using a handheld milk frother, dip the frother in the sauce then press the button to line the glass with sauce. Repeat this step up the length of the glass.

3. Build the coffee. Add iced coffee cubes to the glass, then pour in 3/4 cup milk followed by 1-2 espresso shots.

4. Add toppings. If so desired, top the iced mocha latte with whipped cream & a chocolate drizzle.

How to Make Iced Coffee Cubes for Iced Coffee Drinks

The next time you brew a pot of coffee at home and have some extra left, pour it into an ice tray and freeze it. This is the most refreshing way to enjoy iced coffee at home that stays rich & flavorful, not watered down from melted ice.

Here are the simple steps to making iced coffee cubes at home:

Dunkin’ Mocha Iced Latte FAQs

How do I make the espresso for the latte?

If you have an espresso machine at home, simply brew 1-2 ounces of espresso. If not, you can use hot coffee, cold brew concentrate or iced coffee if you have a coffee maker that will brew cold coffee for you. If you’re using hot espresso or coffee, be sure to chill it beforehand.

Can I use instant coffee instead of espresso?

This recipe works best using brewed espresso or coffee rather than instant coffee.

What type of milk is best for a creamy latte?

Using whole milk is the preferred milk of choice, however you can also use coconut milk or oat milk for a dairy free latte that is super creamy.

How do I sweeten the iced mocha latte?

If you’re using chocolate syrup, this will sweeten the latte plenty however if you’d prefer it to be very sweet you can add an additional teaspoon of simple syrup.

Should I use regular or decaf coffee?

The choice is totally up to you! If you prefer, you may use decaf coffee in this recipe to keep your caffeine intake down.

What is the ideal coffee to milk ratio for an iced mocha latte?

A proper latte is a 3:1 ratio, meaning 3 parts milk to 1 part espresso.

If you liked this Dunkin’ Iced Mocha Latte Recipe You Might Also Enjoy:

Dunkin’ Donuts Vanilla Chai Latte
Iced Strawberry Latte
Vanilla Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer
Starbucks Iced Vanilla Blonde Latte
Iced Blueberry Matcha Latte

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