Starbucks Peppermint Mocha

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Ingredients for Peppermint Mocha Recipe

  • 1⁄4 C. granulated sugar
  • 1⁄4 C. water
  • 1⁄4 tsp. peppermint extract
  • 3 tbs. cocoa powder
  • 3 tbs. warm water
  • 1⁄2 C. strong coffee
  • 1 1⁄2 C. steamed milk (you can microwave if easier)

 

Directions ­for Peppermint Mocha Recipe 

  1.  Add water and sugar to a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Add the peppermint extract and simmer for 20 minutes. This will become your peppermint syrup.
  2.  Next, add the three tablespoons of cocoa powder to a mug and then add the three tbs. of water and mix.
  3.  Add in the strong coffee and 1 1⁄2 tsp. of peppermint syrup. Add in the milk and serve immediately with whipped cream and some peppermint pieces on top (optional).