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homemade Starbucks peppermint mocha topped with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, and peppermint candy
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Starbucks Peppermint Mocha

Starbucks Peppermint Mocha is a wonderful holiday coffee drink. Save money and get the easy copycat recipe to make the best peppermint mocha coffee at home.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword Starbucks Peppermint Latte
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 276kcal
Author Stephanie Manley

Ingredients

Mocha Syrup

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder

Peppermint Syrup

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons peppermint extract

Individual Coffee Serving

  • 2 teaspoons peppermint syrup
  • 1 tablespoon mocha
  • 4 ounces espresso or strong coffee
  • 8 ounces 2% milk steamed
  • 2 tablespoons whipped cream

Optional

  • 2 teaspoons chocolate syrup
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint candy crushed

Instructions

Peppermint Syup

  • Combine water and sugar in a medium size pot and stir well. Bring mixture to a rolling boil over medium high heat. Stir to make sure all sugar is dissolved.
  • Remove from heat and add peppermint extract. Allow to cool, then store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.  Before using add 1 teaspoon of vodka to help preserve the syrup. The syrup will last for up to 4 weeks this way.

Mocha Syrup

  • To make the mocha In a saucepan, mix together the sugar and cocoa powder. Add the water and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, and allow to cool. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Peppermint Mocha

  • To make steamed milk, first heat milk in the microwave for about 30 to 45 seconds, and then airate by placing in a glass jar with a lid and shaking for 5 to 10 seconds to work in some air bubbles.
  • Pour the syrups in a coffee mug followed by the coffee. Add the steamed milk. Top with whipped cream and chocolate syrup, if desired.

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Recipe Tips

  • ☕ BARISTA TIP: For best results, use freshly brewed espresso
  • 💡 PRO TIP: Make syrups in bulk and store for quick drinks
  • 🔥 TEMPERATURE TIP: Steam milk to 150-160°F for optimal texture

Nutrition

Calories: 276kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 134mg | Potassium: 499mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 293IU | Calcium: 287mg | Iron: 1mg
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