Description
A quick and easy homemade peppermint mocha recipe that combines crushed candy cane, cocoa powder, sugar, milk, and strong brewed coffee for a festive and delicious holiday drink. No espresso or special syrups needed, perfect for a cozy treat anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
Mocha Mixture
- 1 full-size candy cane
- 1 tablespoon (5g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon (12g) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon water
- ¼ cup milk (any percentage)
Beverage
- ¾ cup hot strongly brewed coffee
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream (optional)
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Crush Candy Cane: Place the full-size candy cane in a zip-top bag and use a meat mallet or rolling pin to crush it into small crumbs.
- Make Chocolate Syrup: In a small pot, combine the cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and water. Heat over medium heat while whisking continuously until a smooth chocolate syrup forms.
- Add Milk and Candy Cane: Whisk in the milk, then add the crushed candy cane pieces. Continue heating while stirring often until the milk is steaming and the candy cane has completely dissolved. If the milk starts to simmer before the candy is dissolved, reduce the heat. Whisk vigorously to create a slight foam.
- Assemble Drink: Pour the hot brewed coffee into an 8-ounce mug. Add the heated milk mixture and heavy cream if using. Taste and add more sugar if desired.
- Serve: Top with whipped cream if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade peppermint mocha.
Notes
- This peppermint mocha is simple to make at home without espresso machines or store-bought syrups.
- You can use any kind of milk you prefer, including dairy-free alternatives.
- Adjust the sugar amount to your taste for desired sweetness.
- For a richer drink, add heavy cream as suggested or whipped cream topping.
- Ensure the candy cane dissolves fully for best flavor integration.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
