Keto Mocha
A rich and creamy Keto Mocha is my favorite way to start the day! I add a collagen protein powder and butter/ghee to keep my protein and fat levels up and use it to break my fast post workout.
![A Keto Mocha in a blue and white mug sitting on a walnut board with a small glass bowl of whipped cream behind it, a green napkin laying on the edge of the board and espresso beans scattered on a white background](https://yummyhealthyketo.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/A-rich-and-creamy-Keto-Mocha-is-the-perfect-way-to-break-your-fast-It-has-fat-protein-and-lots-of-yummy-flavor.-yummyhealthyketo.com_-684x1024.jpg)
Is that totally weird? I used to have a protein smoothie after working out but I never lost any weight, too much sugar in the fruit I guess. There are no worries about sugar with this Keto Mocha recipe!
How to make a Keto Mocha at Home
Add the cacao powder, collagen power, golden sweetener and stevia to a 16 ounce mug.
![Protein and cocoa powder in the bottom of a white mug sitting on a gray and white striped towel.](https://yummyhealthyketo.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Protein-and-cocoa-powder-in-the-bottom-of-a-white-mug-sitting-on-a-gray-and-white-striped-towel-yummyhealthyketo.com_.jpg)
Pour in the espresso and vanilla extract, stir to combine.
![Espresso, cocoa and collagen mixed together in a white mug with a fork while sitting on a gray and white striped towel.](https://yummyhealthyketo.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Espresso-cocoa-and-collagen-mixed-together-in-a-white-mug-with-a-fork-while-sitting-on-a-gray-and-white-striped-towel-yummyhealthyketo.com_.jpg)
Add some of the steamed milk and the ghee to the mug. Stir until all of the powder is dissolved.
![Butter mixed into the mocha with a fork white sitting on a gray and white striped towel.](https://yummyhealthyketo.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Butter-mixed-into-the-mocha-with-a-fork-white-sitting-on-a-gray-and-white-striped-towel-yummyhealthyketo.com_.jpg)
Add the remaining milk and foam, stir to combine and serve.
![A Keto Mocha with foamy milk on top in a white and blue mug sitting on a white and gray striped towel.](https://yummyhealthyketo.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/A-Keto-Mocha-with-foamy-milk-on-top-in-a-white-and-blue-mug-sitting-on-a-white-and-gray-striped-towel-yummyhealthyketo.com_.jpg)
You can call it good at this point, or if you are feeling really decadent you can top off your mocha with whipped cream and shaved unsweetened chocolate!
![Make your own rich and creamy Keto Mocha at home and skip the expense and lines at the coffee shop!](https://yummyhealthyketo.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Make-your-own-rich-and-creamy-Keto-Mocha-at-home-and-skip-the-expense-and-lines-at-the-coffee-shop-yummyhealthyketo.com_.jpg)
Now kick back and enjoy your creation!! Yes, this is how I relax and brainstorm, and force myself to step away from the computer for a few minutes.
![Keto Mocha, my favorite way to start the day!](https://yummyhealthyketo.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Keto-Mocha-my-favorite-way-to-start-the-day-yummyhealthyketo.com_-684x1024.jpg)
Minus the whipped cream, I am lactose-intolerant. 🙁 It just looks so pretty topped with whipped cream!!
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Technically this Bulletproof Collagen Protein Powder is not a complete protein, it is missing tryptophan. I use it more for the collagen than the protein, I’m hoping to give my skin a boost! Use your favorite brand.
- Adding Stevia Powder adds another layer of sweetness without adding any carbs.
- I like Swerve golden sweetener, but granulated works just as well.
- I used Ghee because I am severely allergic to coconut! Feel free to substitute coconut oil, MCT oil or coconut cream if you prefer.
- Califia Farms Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk does not contain carrageenan or guar gum. Feel free to substitute homemade almond milk or unsweetened coconut milk.
- If you do not have an espresso machine at home, you can substitute double-strength brewed coffee.
- Most espresso machines sold for home use do not have enough power to steam milk. You can “froth” heated milk with a hand blender or pour your mocha into a high speed blender to mix it up.
Tools used to create this recipe
- Coffee Grinder – grinds the beans perfectly for espresso!
- Lavazza Espresso Beans
- Raw Organic Cacao Powder
- 4 ounce Glass Measuring Cup
- Milk Steaming Pitcher
I have a tutorial post on how to make Classic Espresso on Cooking with Curls if you would like to check it out.
What is your guilty pleasure?
Enjoy!!
![A Keto Mocha in a blue and white mug sitting on a walnut board with a small glass bowl of whipped cream behind it, a green napkin laying on the edge of the board and espresso beans scattered on a white background](https://yummyhealthyketo.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/A-rich-and-creamy-Keto-Mocha-is-the-perfect-way-to-break-your-fast-It-has-fat-protein-and-lots-of-yummy-flavor.-yummyhealthyketo.com_-400x400.jpg)
Keto Mocha
Equipment
- Espresso Machine
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon cacao powder or cocoa powder if you prefer
- 1 tablespoon golden sweetener like Swerve
- 1/32 teaspoon pure stevia powder no fillers, not truvia or stevia in the raw
- 2 tablespoons collagen protein powder 1 scoop
- 2 ounces espresso or double-strength coffee
- .25 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon ghee butter, MCT oil, coconut oil
- 8 ounces unsweetened vanilla almond milk substitute milk of your choice
Instructions
- Add the cacao powder, collagen power, monkfruit sweetener and stevia to a 16 ounce mug.
- Pour in the espresso and vanilla extract, stir to combine.
- Add some of the steamed milk and the ghee to the mug. Stir until all of the powder is dissolved.
- Add the remaining milk and foam, stir to combine and serve.
- Top with whipped cream and shaved unsweetened chocolate if desired.
Notes
- Technically this Bulletproof Collagen Protein Powder is not a complete protein, it is missing tryptophan. I use it more for the collagen than the protein, I’m hoping to give my skin a boost! Use your favorite brand.
- Adding Stevia Powder adds another layer of sweetness without adding any carbs.
- I used Ghee because I am severely allergic to coconut! Feel free to substitute coconut oil, MCT oil or coconut cream if you prefer.
- Califia Farms Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk does not contain carrageenan or guar gum. Feel free to substitute homemade almond milk or unsweetened coconut milk.
- If you do not have an espresso machine at home, you can substitute double-strength brewed coffee.
- Most espresso machines sold for home use do not have enough power to steam milk. You can “froth” heated milk with a hand blender or pour your mocha into a high speed blender to mix it up.
- 5 carbs – 2 fiber = 3 net carbs
I just made this Keto Mocha and really enjoyed it. The only modification I made was to add both 1 Tbsp of Kerrygold Unsalted Grass Fed butter in addition to 1 Tbsp of Nature’s Way Organic MCT oil to bump up my keto fat macros a bit. After blending the steamed milk, espresso & ingredients together for about 15 seconds, the end result was deliciously smooth and creamy.