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Peppermint Mocha Coffee Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Yield: 1 mug 1x
  • Category: Beverages
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Peppermint Mocha recipe is a cozy, festive beverage combining rich coffee, bittersweet chocolate, and a hint of peppermint. Perfect for holiday mornings or cold evenings, this easy-to-make drink blends creamy milk and chocolate with a refreshing peppermint twist, finished with optional whipped cream and crushed candy canes for a delightful treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Drink Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (4oz / 115g) milk
  • 1 cup (8oz / 225g) coffee
  • 1 oz (30g) bittersweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract

Optional Garnish

  • Freshly whipped cream
  • Sprinkles
  • Crushed candy canes

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, add the milk, coffee, and chopped bittersweet chocolate, carefully excluding the peppermint extract for now.
  2. Simmer Mixture: Stir the mixture continuously and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Let it simmer for 2 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt fully and the flavors to meld.
  3. Add Peppermint Extract: Remove the saucepan from heat, then stir in the peppermint extract thoroughly to infuse the peppermint flavor without evaporating it.
  4. Serve: Pour the warm peppermint mocha into your favorite mug.
  5. Garnish and Enjoy: Top the drink with freshly whipped cream, sprinkle some colorful sprinkles, and finish with crushed candy canes for a festive touch. Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting flavors.

Notes

  • The peppermint extract quantity is carefully measured at 1/8 teaspoon to ensure a balanced mint flavor that complements rather than overpowers the mocha.
  • For a richer mocha, use whole milk or even cream.
  • Adjust the amount of chocolate based on your preference for sweetness and bitterness.
  • Optional toppings like whipped cream and crushed candy canes enhance both flavor and presentation.
  • This recipe serves one mug, perfect for a personal treat.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mug (approx. 12 oz)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/peppermint-mocha-coffee-recipe/