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Peppermint Mocha

Name: Peppermint Mocha
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings syrup, 1 serving peppermint mocha
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Â½ cup milk; Â½ cup cocoa powder; Â½ cup sugar; 2 teaspoons peppermint extract; 3 tablespoons peppermint mocha syrup; 2 ounces espresso, hotÂ; 1 cup milk, warm or steamedÂ; Whipped cream; Crushed peppermint candies

Craving a Peppermint Mocha from your favorite coffee shop? Try our homemade version using peppermint extract, cocoa powder, and espresso or strong coffee for a mint-chocolate pick-me-up.

Jessi Heggan

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Makes: 4 servings syrup, 1 serving peppermint mocha
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Recipe Created By: Jessi Heggan
Featured In: North Carolina Field & Family

Ingredients

Peppermint Mocha Syrup:

½ cup milk
½ cup cocoa powder
½ cup sugar
2 teaspoons peppermint extract

Peppermint Mocha:

3 tablespoons peppermint mocha syrup
2 ounces espresso, hot
1 cup milk, warm or steamed

Optional Toppings:

Whipped cream
Crushed peppermint candies

Instructions

To make the syrup: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the milk, cocoa powder, sugar and peppermint extract. Whisk until combined and sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
To make the mocha: Add 3 tablespoons Peppermint Mocha Syrup to a mug and top with hot espresso. Stir to combine. Pour in the warm or steamed milk and top with whipped cream and crushed candies, if desired.