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Copycat Starbucks Peppermint Mocha

Copycat Starbucks Peppermint Mocha

This Copycat Starbucks Peppermint Mocha is a delicious homemade drink combining espresso, milk, cocoa, and mint for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Course: Beverage Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 272
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
  • 1/4 teaspoon mint extract or ? peppermint candy cane or peppermint syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • whipped cream if desired
  • chocolate shavings if desired

Equipment

  • Small Saucepan

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan, add milk, cocoa, and sugar. Heat over medium heat until small bubbles begin to form around the edge and sugar has dissolved.
  2. Stir in espresso, mint extract, and vanilla, and remove from heat (if using a candy cane, be sure to let melt completely).
  3. Serve in a large mug and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 272kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSodium: 83mgFiber: 1gSugar: 45g

Notes

Customize the drink by using alternative milks or adding different seasonal flavors like cinnamon. For best results, prep all ingredients beforehand and control the cooking temperature.

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