Cozy Homemade Peppermint Mocha! Creamy, minty, rich dark chocolate… SO yummy. Cozy up, grab a blanket and a book, and get your holidays on.
Cozy Homemade Peppermint Mocha
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This was delicious! We made it both Saturday and Sunday this weekend! Planning to take the rest of the mint syrup to Christmas to make for my family! 🙂
Molly
Is it just me or have peppermint mochas taken over December life?
There is just no fighting it – it’s early morning, it’s cold outside, the wool mittens have made their annual appearance, Christmas music is pumping. Like, AS IF there is any restraint when it comes to a Peppermint Mocha pit stop. As if.
The baristas always get a little annoyed with me because I’m one of those people who has a super particular order that takes at least 15 sentences to communicate (full fat, no whip, and half the amount of syrup and chocolate) (if you’re a barista, I’m so sorry for my ways), but nevertheless, the December morning peppermint mocha is always, always, always worth it.
That first creamy, minty, rich dark chocolate sip? YASSSS.
I’ve developed something of a habit, which is great, but it also means that I now cannot start my day without a peppermint mocha. (Or Cashew Coffee. Or an Oatmilk Honey Latte. Just really any hot cozy drink.) I mean, like, even if it’s totally ridiculous and out of my way to find one, it must be done. This is my dilemma.
But friends! Good news of great joy!
In these days where we AREN’T driving to work or we want to stay home in our PJs instead of venturing out for the must-have coffee shop drink of the season, there is now a cozy 10-minute homemade alternative that can be prepped to our very own liking with no looks from the baristas.
Christmas Miracle? I think so.
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🙏🙏🙏
What You Need To Make This Coziness Happen
What we are dealing with here are deliciously decadent peppermint mochas made at home with about five simple ingredients in ten minutes or less. Featuring:
- Milk
- Unsweetened Chocolate
- Homemade Mint Simple Syrup which will blow your mind with its ease of prep
- Rich coffee or espresso
- Whipped Cream + Candy Cane toppings bcz we’re divas
Simmer, shake, pour, top. That’s it.
This peppermint mocha should probably come with a warning: BEWARE. HABIT FORMING. NO TURNING BACK. But you knew that already, right? Ain’t nobody got time for warnings when there’s a peppermint mocha to be had.
Cozy up, grab a blanket and a book, and get your December on. Oooooh, it just gives me the happy chills!
Watch How To Make This Peppermint Mocha
Common Questions About Homemade Peppermint Mochas
How do I store extra peppermint simple syrup?
It can be stored in a sealed jar in the fridge for 1 month.
Can I use chocolate chips instead of an unsweetened chocolate bar?
Sure! The mocha will just taste a bit sweeter.
How can I make this dairy-free?
We’d suggest using a dairy-free milk alternative, like coconut milk or almond milk. We’d also suggest dairy-free chocolate chips and coconut milk whipped cream.
Cozy Homemade Peppermint Mocha
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 peppermint mocha 1x
Description
Cozy Homemade Peppermint Mocha! Creamy, minty, rich dark chocolate… SO yummy. Cozy up, grab a blanket and a book, and get your holidays on.
Ingredients
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For the Mint Syrup
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 bunch fresh mint leaves OR 1 teaspoon peppermint extract (or a combination of both)
For the Mocha
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate bar or baking bar (not cocoa powder)
- 1/2 cup espresso or strongly brewed coffee
- whipped cream
- crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Bring the water to a low boil. Add the sugar and stir until dissolved. Add the mint or peppermint extract and steep for 10-15 minutes (heat off or on low) until the syrup has good flavor to it. Remove the mint leaves and store in the refrigerator for future peppermint mochas. 🙂
- Heat the milk and unsweetened chocolate together until melted (could be in the microwave or on the stovetop).
- Add the milk mixture to a glass jar. Put a cap on the jar and wrap with a towel (the metal lid will get hot). Shake until foamy.
- Pour the milk mixture into a mug. Stir in the coffee and 2-3 tablespoons of mint syrup. Top with whipped cream and candy cane pieces.
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- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brew
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: homemade peppermint mocha, peppermint mocha, peppermint hot chocolate, cozy drinks
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December 3, 2020
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This Cozy Homemade Peppermint Mocha recipe sounds absolutely delicious! I love how the combination of rich chocolate, bold espresso, and refreshing peppermint flavors creates the perfect winter treat. And with the help of the Wonderchef Stand Mixer, preparing this indulgent beverage becomes even easier. The stand mixer’s powerful motor and versatile attachments ensure a smooth and creamy texture, effortlessly blending all the ingredients together. It’s incredible how the Wonderchef Stand Mixer simplifies the process and saves time and energy. I can’t wait to try this recipe and enjoy a warm, comforting cup of homemade peppermint mocha during the holiday season. The Wonderchef Stand Mixer truly revolutionizes the way we create delightful treats in our own kitchens.
This was super delicious! It really warms you up inside out. Can’t wait to make it again!
Cafe is closed today due to covid so I made these for my family and I am now a hero. Absolutely perfect and maybe better than my local Cafe!
This looks absolutely delicious! I love peppermint mocha for breakfast or on an especially cold day. I will leave a link: https://www.californiastrawberries.com/strawberry-heart-valentine-pancakes/ to my favorite strawberry pancakes that pair so perfectly with a warm drink such as this one. Thanks for sharing and have a wonderful day!
Can’t wait to make this! How do you recommend storing extra peppermint simple syrup? Thanks!
A glass jar or any airtight storage container will work great!
I love Peppermint Mocha! Thanks for this recipe! Now I can make it at home! I usually go crazy for Starbuck’s Peppermint Mocha now I can do it myself.
The coolest recipe ever. Which surprised our whole family. How do you guys make such a recipe? Every recipe is wonderful for you. The taste of every recipe is real. The biggest thing is easy to make.
This was delicious! We made it both Saturday and Sunday this weekend! Planning to take the rest of the mint syrup to Christmas to make for my family! 🙂
It was so good!! I didn’t change a thing. 😊
So glad you enjoyed it, Laura!
This recipe is fantastic! Thanks so much for sharing it It’s my favorite flavor combination for coffee Can’t wait to try this
This looks ridiculously comforting and delicious! Lol I’ve been making a ton of homemade gourmet coffee drinks at home, and just added this to my list.
P.S. For anyone avoiding sugar – I have been using granulated xylitol in my homemade coffees and mochas. It is so good! No weird taste and in fact it tastes just like sugar. (I learned about it from a friend whose daughter is diabetic.)
Thanks for the tips, Christina! We hope you enjoy the mocha!
This recipe is fantastic! Thanks so much for sharing it! I was wondering what brand the hot plate is that you use in the video? Or, what hot plate brands you might recommend – ending for for a very small space? Thanks a lot!
Hi, I really like mocha. I must try this with peppermint. I follow your cooking recipes and they are always delicious. Thanks!
So glad you liked the mocha! We use a Cuisinart hot plate. Found here: https://www.amazon.com/Cuisinart-CB-30-Cast-Iron-Single-Stainless/dp/B01IA3H8QM/ref=asc_df_B01IA3H8QM/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=167151781903&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17299605288269423027&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9015105&hvtargid=pla-273639228680&psc=1
what a nice idea… it makes me drooling to know how tasty it is
For some reason I’ve had terrible finding peppermint extract in my neighborhood.. do you think a simple syrup could be made with peppermint tea?
can you get fresh mint? you can make the syrup with fresh mint only. I just did it!
Great idea! We think that could work!
This might be dangerous! It’s my favorite flavor combination for coffee..
We hope you love it if you give it a try!
I am mostly a gingerbread latte kind of girl, but I may need to change up my game with this mint chocolate one. Looks so delicious, and I’m sure cheaper and fewer calories than the Starbucks version!
My fave hot chocolate flavor! Can’t wait to try this!
SOOOO yummy, not too sweet. i had to skip the shaking step because the top of the jar popped off from the heat, but it is 10000x better than starbucks!
Love hearing that, Liv!
I only had chocolate chips and unsweetened cocoa powder on hand, so I used a TBS of chocolate chips and a teaspoon of unsweetened cocoa powder and the rest of the recipe as is, and it was DIVINE.
So happy you were able to make it work with what you had in the pantry! Glad you enjoyed it!
Can’t wait to try this; just wondering if I could substitute monk fruit for the sugar to keep the calories down a bit?It
Hello, how long can you store the peppermint syrup for in the fridge? Thanks!
It should last about a week!
Ali – I have been using xylitol in my fancy coffee drinks. Learned about it from a friend who wanted to make her diabetic daughter some of her famous chocolate pudding. It works great!
We haven’t tried making the simple syrup with sugar substitutes, so we can’t say for sure. You could prepare the milk and coffee as written in the recipe and add enough monk fruit sweetener to make it as sweet as you’d like. Enjoy!
Just the best idea I have ever, ever seen.
Thanks Kelsey!
If using coffee, how much would you add?
We’d add 1/2 cup of coffee!
Do u use u sweetened cocoa powder or unsweetened choc squares? I used the powder and that’s all I could taste. The syrup was wonderful alone and very flavorful, but the choc was so overpowering I couldn’t taste any mint. Even put crushed peppermint on top. The diff has to be in what kind of choc is used.
So sorry the mocha didn’t work out for you! We use unsweetened chocolate squares in this recipe. We appreciate the feedback!
I just found this recipe, so I haven’t made it yet, but just bought chocolate squares to try it tomorrow. I went back and forth over which to use but the instructions said “melt” not “dissolve” which makes me think it is the square solid chocolate not the powder.
Do I have to wait til Xmas for this?
Nah, I think I should have one RIGHT NOW!
YES! You need this, Colette!
This is definitely what I was looking for! I don’t have a coffee maker so subbed approx 6oz instant coffee (I know… I know…)
Just like the real thing, this was a little too thick and sweet for me so I’m probably going to reduce the chocolate and syrup next time and/or add more coffee. (I usually reduce by 1-2 pumps at Sbux.) There are a lot of DIY peppermint mocha recipes out there but this one seemed to have the right balance of being approachable and seeming to have the right ingredients. Glad I found it!
So happy to hear you enjoyed this mocha, Tisha!