Save the and money when you skip takeout coffee and make your own delicious peppermint mocha at home! This easy peppermint mocha recipe is a tasty Starbucks copycat you can enjoy any time of year if you love mint as much as I do. =)
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I use local, grass-fed whole milk for all my coffee drinks. This recipe can be made with your milk or non-dairy milk substitute of choice, but I think the creaminess of full milk is perfect for this drink.
This recipe is written with peppermint extract. This isn’t the same thing as peppermint oil, but you can swap a food grade peppermint oil if that’s what you prefer to use.
Please note that peppermint oil way stronger than peppermint extract! This means you’ll only need a few drops of peppermint oil. Start with 1 drop of peppermint oil and adjust to taste. You probably won’t want more than 3-4 drops, at most.
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If you do use peppermint oil, make sure to mix thoroughly to incorporate it before taste testing.
Ingredients for homemade peppermint mocha coffee
- 1 cup espresso or strong coffee
- ½ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup (I use organic syrup)
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract (adjust to taste)
- Whipped cream for topping (optional, I use homemade whipped cream)
- Crushed candy canes or chocolate shavings for garnish
- Pure Extract is perfect for baking, flavoring drinks and more!
- Made from natural oils—100% Pure
- No Artificial Colors or Flavors and crafted in the USA
How to make your own peppermint mocha
First, brew your coffee. I like to make a double espresso but let a little extra water run through it to make a full 8 oz.
Next, heat your milk. You can do this in the microwave, but it’s more likely to become scorched. I use a small saucepan of medium/medium-low heat to heat the milk until it’s steaming but not boiling.
Now it’s time to combine the ingredients! In a large mug, combine the coffee, chocolate syrup, and peppermint extract. Whisk to combine or use a frother.
Add in the milk. Use a spoon to hold the foam back if you prefer a layered effect or pour it all in for a creamy blend.
Garnish your peppermint mocha with homemade whipped cream, crushed candy canes, and/or chocolate!
Enjoy immediately to revel in the delicious chocolatey peppermint flavor. =)
I hope you enjoy this quick and easy homemade peppermint mocha recipe!
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Pepermint Mocha
This peppermint mocha is a breeze to whip up at home!
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240 ml) brewed espresso or strong coffee
- ½ cup (120 ml) milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract (adjust to taste)
- Whipped cream for topping
- Crushed candy canes or chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
First, brew your coffee. I like to make a double espresso but let a little extra water run through it to make a full 8 oz.
Next, heat your milk. You can do this in the microwave, but it’s more likely to become scorched. I use a small saucepan of medium/medium-low heat to heat the milk until it’s steaming but not boiling.
Now it’s time to combine the ingredients! In a large mug, combine the coffee, chocolate syrup, and peppermint extract. Whisk to combine or use a frothed.
Add in the milk. Use a spoon to hold the foam back if you prefer a layered effect or pour it all in for a creamy blend.
Garnish your peppermint mocha with homemade whipped cream, crushed candy canes, and white chocolate!
Enjoy immediately and revel in the delicious chocolatey peppermint flavor. =)
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