Drinks
Arby's Inspired Jamocha Shake
A thick vanilla shake blended with cold coffee and chocolate for a balanced café-mocha flavor, finished with whipped cream and a chocolate drizzle.
Inspired by Arby's
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Serves
4 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Method
Recipe notes
Coffee should support the chocolate rather than make the shake taste like a frozen latte. Chilling every liquid and the glasses limits melting, and blending only until smooth preserves body instead of turning the ice cream foamy.
Planning, storage, and serving
Storage and reheating
Serve immediately for best texture. If necessary, freeze an unfinished portion in a covered container for up to 1 week and re-blend with a splash of milk; a refrigerated shake will melt and separate.
Make-ahead tips
Brew and chill the coffee up to 3 days ahead and chill the glasses. Measure the cocoa, vanilla, and salt together, but keep ice cream frozen until the moment of blending.
What to serve with it
- - Roast beef sandwich
- - Salted curly fries
- - Fresh strawberries
Equipment needed
- - High-speed blender
- - Liquid measuring cup
- - Four tall chilled glasses
Difficulty explained
The shake is mechanically simple; using cold ingredients and stopping the blender promptly are the keys to a thick restaurant-style texture.
Nutrition estimate
Calories
560
Protein
10g
Carbs
76g
Fat
25g
Sat. fat
15g
Fiber
2g
Sugar
63g
Sodium
260mg
Estimated nutrition per serving. Values are approximate and can change materially with brands, substitutions, optional toppings, portion size, and cooking method.
Alternatives
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2% milk
Use the same amount of 2% milk for a straightforward lower-fat swap.
Vanilla frozen yogurt
Use the same amount of firm vanilla frozen yogurt.
Unsweetened oat milk
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Pitfalls to Watch Out For
- Hot or even warm coffee melts the ice cream rapidly, so chill it completely before blending.
- Too much coffee produces a thin, bitter shake; keep the measured ratio and strengthen the brew rather than adding more liquid.
- Long high-speed blending incorporates air and heat, making the shake foamy and loose instead of dense.
Nutrition Context
- This is a dessert beverage with substantial added sugar and saturated fat, best treated as an occasional sweet rather than hydration.
- A smaller glass preserves the mocha experience while reducing the serving size; caffeine content varies with the coffee used.
FAQ
Does Jamocha contain coffee?
This homemade version uses strongly brewed chilled coffee for a real roasted note balanced by chocolate and vanilla.
Can I make it without caffeine?
Yes. Use strongly brewed decaffeinated coffee and keep every other quantity the same.
Why is my shake thin?
The coffee may have been warm or the blender ran too long. Add a small scoop of ice cream and blend only briefly.
Can I make it ahead?
Not as a finished shake. Prepare and chill the coffee and glasses ahead, then blend immediately before serving.
Can I omit the ice?
Yes. The shake will be richer and slightly softer; add another 1/2 cup ice cream if needed for body.
What sides pair best with this dish?
A salty roast beef sandwich or curly fries contrasts with the sweet shake, while strawberries make a lighter pairing.