Description
A creamy and refreshing Iced Peppermint Mocha combining espresso, cocoa, maple syrup, peppermint extract, and milk over ice for a delightful holiday coffee treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 ounces espresso
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 2-3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup milk (of your choice)
- Ice cubes (for glass)
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, candy cane bits, chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Prepare the glass: Fill a large glass with ice cubes to chill and prepare it for the iced mocha.
- Mix espresso and flavors: In a separate container, combine the hot espresso with the cocoa powder, maple syrup, and peppermint extract, then whisk thoroughly until smooth and well blended.
- Assemble the drink: Pour the flavored espresso mixture over the ice in the glass, add the milk, and stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Add toppings: Optionally, top the drink with whipped cream, candy cane bits, and chocolate shavings for an extra festive and indulgent twist.
Notes
- Use hot espresso to help dissolve the cocoa powder and maple syrup smoothly.
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup to suit your preferred sweetness level.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond, oat, or soy milk.
- Add whipped cream and toppings only if you want a richer, dessert-style beverage.
- This recipe makes 1 serving and can be easily doubled or tripled for multiple people.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Drink
- Calories: 179 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 63 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 6 mg
