Description
Warm up your winter days with this Peppermint Mocha, a delicious blend of rich coffee, creamy chocolate, and refreshing peppermint. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and festive garnishes, each sip feels like a cozy holiday hug. Perfect for chilly afternoons or festive gatherings, this easy-to-make drink will impress your family and friends while bringing the joy of the season to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup freshly brewed coffee (or 2 shots espresso)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
- Whipped cream for topping
- Crushed candy canes or chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Brew your coffee or espresso.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together cocoa powder and half a cup of milk until smooth and heated through.
- Stir in sugar and peppermint extract until dissolved.
- Combine the brewed coffee with the cocoa mixture, stirring gently.
- Pour into a mug, top generously with whipped cream, and sprinkle with crushed candy canes or chocolate shavings.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Beveraging
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug (approximately 12 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg