Starbucks Peppermint Mocha
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Starbucks Peppermint Mocha is a wonderful holiday coffee drink. Save money and get the easy copycat recipe to make the best peppermint mocha coffee at home.
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Ingredients
Mocha Syrup
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Peppermint Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons peppermint extract
Individual Coffee Serving
- 2 teaspoons peppermint syrup
- 1 tablespoon mocha
- 4 ounces espresso or strong coffee
- 8 ounces 2% milk steamed
- 2 tablespoons Whipped Cream
Optional
- 2 teaspoons chocolate syrup
- 1 teaspoon Peppermint candy crushed
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Instructions
Peppermint Syup
- Combine water and sugar in a medium size pot and stir well. Bring mixture to a rolling boil over medium high heat. Stir to make sure all sugar is dissolved.
- Remove from heat and add peppermint extract. Allow to cool, then store in the refrigerator in an airtight container. Before using add 1 teaspoon of vodka to help preserve the syrup. The syrup will last for up to 4 weeks this way.
Mocha Syrup
- To make the mocha In a saucepan, mix together the sugar and cocoa powder. Add the water and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, and allow to cool. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Peppermint Mocha
- To make steamed milk, first heat milk in the microwave for about 30 to 45 seconds, and then airate by placing in a glass jar with a lid and shaking for 5 to 10 seconds to work in some air bubbles.
- Pour the syrups in a coffee mug followed by the coffee. Add the steamed milk. Top with whipped cream and chocolate syrup, if desired.
Notes
- ☕ BARISTA TIP: For best results, use freshly brewed espresso
- 💡 PRO TIP: Make syrups in bulk and store for quick drinks
- 🔥 TEMPERATURE TIP: Steam milk to 150-160°F for optimal texture
Nutrition Information
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Calories
276kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
34g
(11%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
11g
(17%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Cholesterol
27mg
(9%)
Sodium
134mg
(6%)
Potassium
499mg
(14%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
27g
(54%)
Vitamin A
293IU
(6%)
Calcium
287mg
(29%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 276 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 276kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 134mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 499mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin A | 293IU | 6% |
| Calcium | 287mg | 29% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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