Peppermint Mocha Coffee Drink (Printable)

A festive coffee combining espresso, chocolate, and peppermint with a creamy whipped topping.

# Ingredient List:

→ Coffee & Dairy

01 - 2 shots (2 fl oz) hot espresso or strong brewed coffee
02 - 1 cup (8 fl oz) whole milk or milk alternative

→ Chocolate

03 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 2 tablespoons semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate

→ Peppermint

06 - 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract

→ Toppings (Optional)

07 - Whipped cream for garnish
08 - Crushed peppermint candies or chocolate shavings

# Steps:

01 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together milk, cocoa powder, sugar, and chocolate chips until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth and steaming. Avoid boiling.
02 - Remove from heat and stir in peppermint extract thoroughly.
03 - Prepare two shots of espresso or strongly brewed coffee.
04 - Divide the espresso evenly between two mugs, then pour the hot peppermint-chocolate milk mixture over each and stir gently.
05 - Top each serving with whipped cream and garnish with crushed peppermint candies or chocolate shavings as desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like a professional café creation, but takes just ten minutes in your own kitchen—no waiting in line, no premium prices
  • The peppermint and chocolate combination is perfectly balanced, refreshing yet indulgent, like a hug in a mug
  • You control every element, so it's endlessly adaptable whether you prefer it sweeter, stronger, or dairy-free
02 -
  • Don't skip the whisking step or try to rush the chocolate melting—lumpy cocoa powder is the biggest mistake I made early on, and patient whisking prevents it completely
  • Peppermint extract is powerful; I once added too much and had to start over, so measure carefully and taste as you go
  • The temperature matters—the chocolate mixture needs to be steaming hot to properly meld with the espresso, but boiling will create a thin, less luxurious drink
03 -
  • Invest in real peppermint extract from the baking aisle rather than imitation—the flavor difference is remarkable and worth every penny
  • Chill a blender pitcher if you ever want to turn this into a cold peppermint mocha blended drink; the technique is the same, just blend everything together with ice at the end

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