Description

This cozy and delicious peppermint mocha recipe brings the café vibes to your home with a perfect balance of chocolate, coffee, and mint flavors.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (240 ml) brewed strong coffee or 2 shots of espresso
1 cup (240 ml) milk (whole milk or milk alternative like oat milk or almond milk)
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or sweetener of choice)
2 tablespoons semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
Crushed peppermint candy (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Brew the coffee: Prepare 1 cup (240 ml) of strong coffee or 2 shots of espresso. Set aside.
Make the chocolate base: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup (240 ml) milk, 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar. Whisk until smooth and heated through, about 3-4 minutes.
Add chocolate chips: Stir in 2 tablespoons of semi-sweet chocolate chips until melted and fully incorporated. Reduce heat to low.
Add peppermint extract: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract. Taste and adjust if needed.
Combine coffee and chocolate mixture: Pour the brewed coffee into the saucepan with the chocolate mixture and stir well until combined.
Serve: Pour the peppermint mocha into your favorite mug.
Optional toppings: Top with whipped cream and sprinkle crushed peppermint candy or chocolate shavings for a festive touch.

Notes

[‘Start with 1/4 teaspoon of peppermint extract and adjust to taste.’, ‘Use high-quality chocolate for better flavor.’, ‘Warm milk slowly to prevent scalding.’, ‘Customize sweetness by adjusting sugar or using alternative sweeteners.’, ‘Experiment with garnishes like cocoa powder or chocolate syrup.’]

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Beverage
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 225
Sugar: 25
Sodium: 100
Fat: 8
Saturated Fat: 5
Carbohydrates: 30
Fiber: 3
Protein: 5

Keywords: peppermint mocha, Starbucks copycat, coffee recipe, holiday drink, chocolate coffee, mint coffee