White Chocolate Peppermint Mocha
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White Chocolate Peppermint Mocha
Description
The recipe starts by gently heating heavy cream and melting white chocolate together to create a smooth, sweet syrup infused with peppermint extract. This mixture forms the flavor base of the mocha. Hot espresso or strong brewed coffee is poured over the peppermint white chocolate syrup, followed by steamed milk to create a velvety texture.
The final drink balances the richness of white chocolate with the fresh, cooling peppermint flavor, enhanced by the bold coffee. The layered components, combined with creaminess from the milk, produce a festive and comforting mocha variant.
Optional whipped cream and crushed candy cane on top add sweetness and crunch that complement the peppermint profile. This mocha is best served immediately to enjoy the warm, fresh flavors and creamy texture.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon heavy cream
- 30 g white chocolate chopped (I use Callebaut, good quality
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract decrease to ¼ teaspoon if you find it too intense
- 2 hots espresso or ¾ cup strong brewed coffee
- 1 ¼ C milk or non-dairy alternative, such as almond or soy, steamed
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoon Whipped Cream optional
- 1 candy cane crushed (optional)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, add the heavy whipping cream and heat gently over medium-low heat. Add in the white chocolate and stir until the chocolate is melted.
- Remove from heat and stir in the peppermint extract.
- Pour the white chocolate peppermint syrup into a large serving mug.
- Next, pour in the espresso or strong brewed coffee, and then top with steamed milk.
- Garnish with whipped cream and crushed candy cane if you desire.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 443 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 443kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 54g | 18% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 204mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 679mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 47g | 94% |
| Vitamin A | 1283IU | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 22mg | 24% |
| Calcium | 542mg | 54% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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