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Vegan White Chocolate Mocha Latte (Starbucks Copycat) Recipe

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  • Author: Diane
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Enjoy a rich and creamy Vegan White Chocolate Mocha Latte inspired by Starbucks. This dairy-free, velvety coffee drink combines melted vegan white chocolate, cashew butter, and oat milk with a robust coffee base for the perfect balance of sweetness and bold flavor. Topped optionally with vegan whipped cream and cinnamon, it's a cozy, indulgent treat made entirely from plant-based ingredients.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 2 cups oat milk
  • 1/2 cup vegan white chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp cashew butter
  • 1 tbsp vegan honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Coffee

  • 1 tbsp coffee powder
  • 1/4 cup hot water

Toppings (Optional)

  • Vegan whipped cream
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare white chocolate base: In a pot or saucepan, combine vegan white chocolate chips, vanilla extract, cashew butter, and vegan honey to create a naturally sweetened base.
  2. Add oat milk: Pour in the oat milk (or your choice of dairy-free milk) to the mixture.
  3. Heat and whisk: Whisk continuously over medium heat until the vegan white chocolate chips melt completely and the mixture becomes smooth, creamy, and lump-free. Let it come to a gentle boil, steaming the milk for 6–8 minutes until you have a rich, velvety white chocolate base. For extra froth, use an electric frother, hand whisk, or immersion blender.
  4. Prepare coffee: While the white chocolate mixture heats, prepare a strong coffee or espresso shot by dissolving coffee powder in hot water or using a French press, Moka pot, or espresso machine for a café-style brew.
  5. Assemble the latte: Pour about 1/4 cup of the freshly brewed espresso into a serving mug or glass. Optionally, drizzle chocolate syrup on the rim or inside the cup before adding coffee for extra flavor and presentation.
  6. Combine white chocolate and coffee: Pour the hot white chocolate oat milk mixture over the coffee to fill the rest of the glass, creating a smooth mocha latte.
  7. Add toppings: Top with a generous swirl of vegan whipped cream and sprinkle with ground cinnamon or cocoa powder for an authentic Starbucks-style finish. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use strong coffee or espresso to balance the sweetness of the white chocolate.
  • Electric frother or immersion blender can enhance the texture by adding froth.
  • Drizzling chocolate syrup inside the cup adds extra chocolate flavor and a decorative touch.
  • This recipe can be customized with different plant-based milks if oat milk isn't available.
  • Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://eatwithdiane.com/vegan-white-chocolate-mocha-latte-starbucks-copycat-recipe/