Description
A festive and creamy Peppermint White Mocha that can be enjoyed hot or iced. This delicious coffee drink combines the rich flavors of white chocolate and peppermint with espresso and your choice of milk, perfect for the holiday season or any time you crave a sweet, minty coffee treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 – 3 Tablespoons white chocolate syrup (or 1 ounce of high-quality white chocolate bar)
- 1 – 3 Tablespoons peppermint simple syrup
- 2 ounces espresso (or 3 ounces strongly brewed coffee or cold brew coffee concentrate for iced latte)
- 8 ounces milk of choice
Optional Garnish
- Whipped cream
- Drizzle of white chocolate syrup
- Crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Combine syrups and espresso: In a mug, mix 1 to 3 tablespoons of white chocolate syrup (or 1 ounce melted from white chocolate bar), 1 to 3 tablespoons peppermint simple syrup, and 2 shots (2 ounces) of espresso. Stir thoroughly to blend the flavors.
- Prepare hot peppermint white mocha: Steam 8 ounces of your preferred milk until hot and frothy. Pour the steamed milk over the espresso mixture, stirring gently to combine the drink.
- Prepare iced peppermint white mocha: Fill the mug with ice cubes, add 8 ounces of your preferred milk, and stir well to mix all ingredients and chill the beverage.
- Add garnish: Optionally, top with whipped cream, a drizzle of white chocolate syrup, and sprinkle crushed candy canes for a festive and appealing presentation.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy your peppermint white mocha hot or cold for a refreshing coffee experience.
Notes
- This recipe yields one drink but can easily be multiplied for more servings.
- Nutrition facts are based on using 1 tablespoon of white chocolate syrup, 1 tablespoon peppermint simple syrup, and 8 ounces of whole milk.
- Adjust the amount of syrups according to your desired sweetness.
- Espresso can be substituted with strongly brewed coffee or cold brew coffee concentrate for iced versions.
- Use milk of choice to suit dietary preferences (dairy or plant-based).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink (approximately 10 ounces)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
