Description
This Easy Peppermint Mocha recipe provides a quick and delightful way to enjoy a festive coffee treat at home. Using simple ingredients like cocoa powder, sugar, milk, and a crushed candy cane, it creates a rich, chocolaty, and minty beverage without any need for espresso machines or store-bought syrups.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 full-size candy cane
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (5 g)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (12 g), plus more to taste
- 1 tablespoon water
- ¼ cup milk (any percentage)
- ¾ cup hot strongly brewed coffee
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream (optional)
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Crush Candy Cane: Place the candy cane in a zip-top bag and use a meat mallet or rolling pin to crush it into small crumbs.
- Create Chocolate Syrup: In a small pot, combine the cocoa powder, sugar, and water. Heat over medium heat while whisking until a smooth chocolate syrup forms.
- Add Milk and Candy Cane: Whisk in the milk and add the crushed candy cane pieces. Heat the mixture, stirring often, until the milk is steaming and the candy cane has dissolved. Reduce heat if the milk simmers before the candy melts. Whisk vigorously to slightly foam the milk.
- Assemble the Drink: Pour the hot coffee into an 8-ounce mug. Add the milk mixture and heavy cream if desired. Taste and add more sugar if needed.
- Serve: Top with optional whipped cream, serve hot, and enjoy your peppermint mocha!
Notes
- This recipe requires no espresso machine or peppermint extract, making it simple and accessible.
- Use any type of milk to suit your preference, including dairy-free alternatives.
- Adjust sugar amount based on your sweetness preference.
- Whipped cream and heavy cream are optional but add richness and creaminess.
- For a stronger peppermint flavor, add an extra candy cane or crush finer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
