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Starbucks Peppermint Mocha Copycat Recipe

Cozy Up with This Starbucks Peppermint Mocha Copycat Recipe

Enjoy a delicious Starbucks Peppermint Mocha Copycat Recipe, a perfect blend of espresso, chocolate, and mint, bringing café comfort home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Espresso
  • 1-2 shots Espresso Use medium or dark roast.
For the Chocolate Mixture
  • 2 tablespoons Unsweetened Cocoa Powder or Chocolate Syrup Select high-quality.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Adjust to your taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Hot Water To dissolve cocoa and sugar.
For the Minty Flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Peppermint Extract Adjust to taste.
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Milk (Whole, Oat, or Almond) Froth for a café experience.
For Toppings
  • 1 tablespoon Whipped Cream Optional for richness.
  • to taste Chocolate Drizzle or Crushed Candy Canes

Equipment

  • Coffee Maker
  • Saucepan
  • whisk
  • Mug
  • Frother

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brew 1-2 shots of espresso or a strong cup of coffee.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine cocoa powder, sugar, and whisk in hot water.
  3. Stir in peppermint extract to the chocolate mixture.
  4. Heat 1 cup of milk over medium heat until steaming.
  5. Combine espresso with chocolate mixture and gently stir in frothed milk.
  6. Top with whipped cream and decorate with toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize sweetness and mint level to your preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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