The moment that Jack Frost starts nipping at our noses, nothing gets us warmed up from the inside out quite like a festive Starbucks holiday drink. Although it may seem that no holiday drink is as satisfying as Starbucks, this homemade peppermint mocha is definitely worth a try. This drink is the perfect blend of coffee and holiday zest. If you’re interested in recreating this drink, please keep reading for the recipe below!
You will need:
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1/4 cup of sugar
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1/4 cup of water
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3 teaspoons peppermint extract
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3 tablespoons powdered cocoa
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3 tablespoons warm water
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1/2 cup hot espresso
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1.5 cups steamed milk
How-to:
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On your stovetop, add your sugar, water, powdered cocoa and espresso into your saucepan.
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Allow your mixture to simmer for 15-20 minutes on medium heat, until all powdered ingredients have dissolved evenly.
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Next, add your peppermint extract and steamed milk and mix well.
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Transfer mixture from saucepan to your mug, and top with whipped cream!
I hope you enjoyed this Starbucks holiday inspired drink.
Happy Holidays, XOXO HC Readers