Starbucks Peppermint Mocha
A delicious blend of chocolate and peppermint flavors, the Starbucks Peppermint Mocha is a perfect festive beverage for the holidays.
Ingredients
Mocha Syrup
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
Peppermint Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tsp peppermint extract
Individual Coffee Serving
- 2 tsp peppermint syrup
- 1 tbsp mocha
- 4 oz espresso or strong coffee
- 8 oz 2% milk steamed
- 2 tbsp whipped cream
Optional Toppings
- 2 tsp chocolate syrup
- 1 tsp peppermint candy crushed
Instructions
- For Peppermint Syrup, combine water and sugar in a pot. Bring to a boil, stirring until dissolved. Remove from heat, add peppermint extract, and cool. Store in an airtight container, add vodka to preserve for 4 weeks.
- For Mocha Syrup, mix sugar and cocoa powder in a saucepan, add water, and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and cool. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- To prepare the Peppermint Mocha, heat milk in the microwave for 30-45 seconds. Aerate by shaking in a jar for 5-10 seconds.
- Pour peppermint syrup into a coffee mug followed by mocha syrup and coffee. Add steamed milk. Top with whipped cream and chocolate syrup, if desired.
Notes
This recipe provides a warm, festive drink that is perfect for the winter season. Enjoy your homemade Peppermint Mocha!