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The Best Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer

The Best Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer

Delight in the festive flavors of The Best Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer, perfect for cozying up during the chilly season.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 272
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
  • 1/4 teaspoon mint extract or peppermint candy cane Use candy cane for a festive twist
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • whipped cream optional topping
  • chocolate shavings optional topping

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan, add milk, cocoa, and sugar. Heat over medium heat until small bubbles begin to form around the edge and sugar has dissolved.
  2. Stir in espresso, mint extract, and vanilla and remove from heat. If using a candy cane, be sure to let it melt completely.
  3. Serve in a large mug and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 272kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 83mgPotassium: 404mgFiber: 1gSugar: 45gVitamin A: 295IUCalcium: 207mgIron: 0.7mg

Notes

This recipe can easily be adjusted to be dairy-free by substituting milk with almond or oat milk. Feel free to experiment with added flavors using flavored syrups or crushed peppermint candy for added texture and taste.

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