Ingredients
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- ½ cup Strong Brewed Coffee or Espresso
- 1 cup Milk (any kind)
- 1 tablespoon Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 1 to 2 tablespoons Sugar
- ¼ teaspoon Peppermint Extract
- Whipped Cream (for topping)
- Chocolate Syrup or Shavings (for garnish)
- Fresh Mint Leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Warm your mug with hot water and set it aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together milk, cocoa powder, and sugar until dissolved and hot.
- Brew strong coffee or espresso using your preferred method.
- Pour the coffee into the mug and add the hot cocoa mixture. Stir in peppermint extract.
- If needed, heat everything together for a few seconds, then taste and adjust flavors.
- Top with whipped cream, drizzle with chocolate syrup, and add a mint sprig.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Use quality cocoa powder for the richest flavor.
- Adjust mint extract to taste to avoid overpowering the drink.
- Try it iced by chilling and serving over ice cubes.
- Plant-based milks work great for a dairy-free version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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