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    Healthy Iced Mocha [Low Sugar]

    Published: Apr 20, 2021 by Rosa · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you.

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    A healthy iced chocolate that’s low in sugar, naturally sweetened and incredibly delicious. This no guilt vegan iced coffee can be yours in under 5 minutes!

    Overhead view of glass with iced mocha with dates and bananas around it.

    This recipe was originally published in June 2019. It has been updated for content and photos.

    When it’s a sunny day and you’re craving one of those iced beverages from your favourite coffee shop, I urge you to try this healthy alternative.

    It’s just as delicious, but lower in sugar, calories and low fat, too.

    What’s a mochaccino?

    A mochaccino (or mochachino) is a chocolate flavoured coffee beverage.

    Some include chocolate milk, others cocoa powder, or melted chocolate sauce. There’s always coffee included, often espresso. Plus, a dairy (or non dairy) beverage and sweetener.

    Clear glass with chocolate drink and frothed milk on top with sprinkle of cinnamon.

    How is it healthier?

    • Omit the sugar, and use dates and ripe banana to sweeten.
    • Swap high fat milk for a low calorie and low fat version, like most plant based milk varities.
    • No chocolate here, just unsweetened cocoa powder for its chocolatey flavour.

    How to make it

    (This is a summary with step by step photos, full recipe measurements and instructions are in the recipe card below.)

    Gather your ingredients, you’ll only need a handful.

    Frozen banana, dates, milk, cocoa powder and instant coffee on white deck.

    Add everything to a high speed blender and process until smooth. (photos 1-2)

    Frozen banana, cocoa powder, dates and coffee in blender being processed.

    Easy peasy! Now pour your vegan iced coffee into a glass, add some frothed milk and dusting of cocoa powder or cinnamon, and enjoy!

    Metal straw inside glass of chocolate beverage with dates and bananas around it.

    Can I make any substitutions?

    • You may use any plant milk of choice: almond, coconut, cashew, oat, etc. But use unsweetened to keep this healthy iced chocolate free from refined sugar.
    • I use pitted dates for convenience, but Medjool dates are perfectly fine, too.
    • If you don’t have a frozen banana available, you may use fresh, but add an additional â…“ cup of ice cubes.

    Expert Tips

    • Use a very ripe banana that’s been frozen for the best results. If you’ve been freezing your brown bananas to make banana bread one day, that’s exactly the kind of banana you want for this vegan iced coffee.
    • If you have a sweet tooth, add a couple of extra dates. You can start with 2-3, then taste and add more, if needed, and re-blend.
    • Don’t have a powerful blender? Pre-soak your dates in cool water for about 15-20 minutes and then drain and blend. This will help soften them and prevent crumbly bits in your vegan iced mocha.

    More delicious cold drinks

    • Strawberry Pineapple Smoothie
    • Mango Spinach Smoothie [that doesn’t taste green]
    • Sour Apple Smoothie
    • Healthy Banana Walnut Smoothie

    If you tried this recipe, please let me know about it in the comments below. I always love hearing from you! Don’t forget to Subscribe to This Healthy Kitchen to be among the first to get my new recipes! You can also FOLLOW ME on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and Twitter to see more delicious food and get all the latest updates.

    Buon appetito,
    Rosa

    Overhead view of glass with iced mocha with dates and bananas around it.

    Healthy Iced Mocha [Vegan + Low Sugar]

    A healthy iced chocolate that's low in sugar, naturally sweetened and incredibly delicious. This no guilt vegan iced coffee is ready in 5 minutes!
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Course: Breakfast, Drinks
    Cuisine: American, Canadian, Italian
    Servings: 1 Serving
    Calories: 218kcal
    Author: Rosa

    Equipment

    Picture of blender on white background.
    Vitamix Blender

    Ingredients

    • 1 large frozen banana
    • â…” cup unsweetened soy milk or milk of choice
    • 1 tablespoon raw unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 1.5 teaspoons instant coffee you may use decaf if needed
    • 2-3 pitted dates
    • â…“ cup ice cubes

    Optional Toppings

    • frothed milk
    • more cocoa powder
    • cinnamon
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    Instructions

    • Add all the ingredients to your blender and process until smooth and creamy.
    • Pour into a glass and garnish if you'd like. Enjoy.

    Notes

    Use a very ripe banana that’s been frozen for the best results. If you’ve been freezing your brown bananas to make banana bread one day, that’s exactly the kind of banana you want for this vegan iced coffee.
    If you have a sweet tooth, add a couple of extra dates. You can start with 2-3, then taste and add more, if needed, and re-blend
    Don’t have a powerful blender? Pre-soak your dates in cool water for about 15-20 minutes and then drain and blend. This will help soften them and prevent crumbly bits in your vegan iced mocha.
    If you don’t have a frozen banana available, you may use fresh, but add an additional â…“ cup of ice cubes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 67mg | Potassium: 902mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 424IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 224mg | Iron: 2mg
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    *Nutritional information is an estimate, calculated using online tools and does not include optional ingredients unless otherwise indicated.
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    1. Donna

      July 18, 2022 at 3:21 pm

      Any good recommendations on making the froth a little sweet, like whipped cream? Add a little stevia to the milk froth?

      Reply
      • Rosa

        July 18, 2022 at 3:43 pm

        Sure that sounds great. Please let us know how it goes. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Claudia

      July 03, 2021 at 1:12 pm

      5 stars
      Love this. I used my new Vitamix Immersion Blender in a mason jar. I added a few cashews for extra creaminess and used Dandy Blend instead of instant coffee. Next time I’ll use two dates instead of three delicious thank you for a great recipe.

      Reply
      • Rosa

        July 04, 2021 at 8:43 am

        Oh wonderful! So glad you enjoyed. 🙂

        Reply
      • Donna

        July 18, 2022 at 3:19 pm

        Oh, I like the idea of bending in a few cashews to make it creamy. I also use Dandy Blend.

        Reply
    3. Jabelle

      July 28, 2020 at 10:28 am

      5 stars
      Love it! I just tried it with fresh bananas and ice cubes plus two dates. It tastes so good and it makes me feel healthier knowing there’s no refined sugar in this 🙂

      Reply
      • Rosa

        July 28, 2020 at 1:01 pm

        Thanks for reporting back Jabelle, thrilled you enjoyed! 🙂

        Reply

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