Starbucks Peppermint Mocha Copycat
Indulge in the holiday magic year-round with this Starbucks Peppermint Mocha Copycat recipe, a cozy blend of rich chocolate, frothy milk, and bold espresso with a refreshing hint of peppermint. Ready in just 10 minutes, this DIY version of the coffeehouse favorite combines simple pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, sugar, and peppermint extract to recreate the classic seasonal brew right at home. Topped with a generous swirl of whipped cream, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and festive crushed candy canes, this creamy and decadent treat is perfect for sipping by the fire or treating yourself to a little café-style luxury. Skip the long lines and enjoy your handmade Peppermint Mocha any time of year!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Peppermint extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 shots Strong brewed espresso or coffee
- as needed for topping Whipped cream
- as needed for garnish Crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
- 1 tablespoon (optional, for garnish) Chocolate syrup
Instructions
In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until warm but not boiling. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
Whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder and granulated sugar until fully dissolved and combined with the milk.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the peppermint extract and vanilla extract.
Brew 2 shots of strong espresso or coffee, then pour the hot espresso into a coffee mug.
Add the prepared peppermint chocolate milk mixture to the mug and stir well to combine.
Top the Peppermint Mocha with whipped cream as desired.
Drizzle chocolate syrup over the whipped cream, if using, and garnish with crushed peppermint candies or candy canes.
Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Starbucks Peppermint Mocha!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
340 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.8 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 114 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.4 g | ||
| Protein | 9.6 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 318 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 527 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
