Homemade Peppermint Mocha Latte

A Homemade Peppermint Mocha Latte is the ideal cozy drink once December hits. But the masterful combination of peppermint, chocolate and coffee is enjoyable any time of year.

It’s December and that means ’tis the season for all things gingerbread and peppermint. And since today is National Peppermint Latte Day, I couldn’t help sharing my own homemade version in case you don’t want to make the trip out to Starbucks.

I love the fun holiday drink flavors at Starbucks but I always find them a little bit too sweet for my taste. And the best part about making your own latte at home is that you can customize it according to your tastes. Plus, you can enjoy this delicious drink while baking your favorite holiday cookies with some festive music or curled up on the couch by a cozy fire.

HOW TO MAKE THIS PEPPERMINT MOCHA LATTE

This super simple Peppermint Mocha Latte has all the classic holiday flavors of brisk peppermint and rich chocolate/

You start off by heating some cocoa powder with any milk of your choice.

Add in the brewed espresso and then the peppermint syrup. If you can’t find peppermint syrup, you can use peppermint oil or peppermint extract but the flavors won’t be exactly like the Starbucks version if a copycat version is what you’re going for.

Next, steam the remaining milk until foamy (you can use either a frother, in the microwave or on the stove) and then garnish with some whipped cream.

And if you want to dress it up even more, add some crushed peppermint candies, some chocolate chips and a dusting of cocoa powder.

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Peppermint Mocha Latte

Prep Time

3 mins

Cook Time

3 mins

Total Time

6 mins

 

A Homemade Peppermint Mocha Latte is the ideal cozy drink once December hits. But the masterful combination of peppermint, chocolate and coffee is enjoyable any time of year.

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Holiday

Keyword: coffee drinks, copycat starbucks latte, copycat starbucks recipe, holiday drink recipe, homemade latte, homemade mocha, latte recipe, mocha recipe, peppermint mocha, recipe for latte

Servings: 1 latte

Calories: 396 kcal

Author: Kelly

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups milk of your choice divided
• 2-1/2 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 Tablespoon peppermint syrup or creme de menthe
• 1/2 cup freshly brewed espresso preferred or very strong coffee
• sweetener of your choice to taste
• whipped cream
• crushed peppermint candies optional for garnish
• chocolate chips optional for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat cocoa powder and 1/4 milk in a small saucepan over medium heat or in the microwave for 30 seconds, until cocoa powder, dissolves when stirred. Remove from heat and stir in espresso and peppermint syrup. Add sweetener if using. Pour into a large mug or divide into two small mugs.
2. Steam remaining milk (using a frother, on the stove or in the microwave) and add to the espresso mixture.
3. Garnish with whipped cream, a sprinkle of cocoa powder, peppermint candies and chocolate chips if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Peppermint Mocha Latte

Amount Per Serving (1 latte)

Calories 396 Calories from Fat 189

% Daily Value*

Fat 21g32%

Saturated Fat 12g60%

Cholesterol 61mg20%

Sodium 266mg11%

Potassium 1015mg29%

Carbohydrates 35g12%

Fiber 3g12%

Sugar 30g33%

Protein 21g42%

Vitamin A 990IU20%

Calcium 702mg70%

Iron 1.6mg9%

* Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy using the WPRM recipe calculator. It is best to make your own calculations to ensure accuracy. We expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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