Homemade Peppermint Mocha Recipe
This homemade peppermint mocha recipe makes a holiday-worthy drink that’s sure to become a favorite.
Servings: 1 latte
Calories: 416kcal
Ingredients
- 2 ounces espresso OR 1 cup brewed black coffee
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- ⅛ teaspoon peppermint extract
- Whipped cream, crushed candy canes, and/or chocolate shavings for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, heat the whole milk, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and peppermint extract until boiling. Remove from heat.
- Using a milk frother or immersion blender, froth the mixture.
- Pour the peppermint chocolate mixture over your brewed coffee or espresso.
- Top with whipped cream, crushed candy canes, and/or chocolate shavings if desired!
Notes
- This recipe can easily be doubled to make two lattes!
- If froth is not a priority for you, you can definitely use a lower-fat or plant-based milk in place of the whole milk.
- If you don't have a frother, give the peppermint chocolate milk a vigorous whisk until it bubbles. Or, you can (carefully, with not-too-hot milk) pour it into a large jar and give it a good shake to create a foam!
Nutrition
Serving: 1latte | Calories: 416kcal | Carbohydrates: 72g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 103mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 60g
