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Creamy White Mocha with Peppermint

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A cozy holiday coffee treat combining velvety white chocolate, fresh peppermint, and rich espresso for a festive and comforting drink.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk or preferred dairy/non-dairy milk (almond or oat milk work well)
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) white chocolate syrup (recommend Ghirardelli for best richness)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) freshly brewed espresso or strong coffee (about 2 shots)
  • 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract (pure peppermint extract recommended)
  • Optional: crushed peppermint candies or candy canes for garnish
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
  • Optional: a few drops of peppermint extract for whipped cream topping

Instructions

  1. Brew about 1/2 cup (120 ml) of espresso or very strong coffee. If no espresso machine, brew coffee with double the coffee grounds to intensify flavor. Set aside.
  2. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk and 1/3 cup (80 ml) white chocolate syrup. Stir gently until syrup dissolves and milk is warm but not boiling (around 140°F / 60°C).
  3. Froth the warmed milk and syrup mixture using a milk frother or steam wand until velvety with light foam. If no frother, whisk vigorously for 1-2 minutes until frothy.
  4. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract into the frothed milk mixture. Adjust carefully to avoid overpowering peppermint flavor.
  5. Pour brewed espresso or strong coffee into a heatproof mug. Slowly add the frothed white chocolate milk mixture on top, holding back foam with a spoon, then spoon foam over the drink.
  6. In a chilled mixing bowl, whip 1/2 cup (120 ml) cold heavy cream with 1 tablespoon powdered sugar and optional peppermint extract drops until soft peaks form. Avoid over-whipping.
  7. Top the mocha with whipped cream and garnish with crushed peppermint candies or candy cane shards.

Notes

Warm milk slowly over low heat to avoid scorching. Use fresh, quality espresso or strong coffee for best flavor. Peppermint extract is potent; start with 1/4 teaspoon and adjust to taste. Whisking milk by hand works if no frother is available. For dairy-free, substitute milk and cream with plant-based alternatives and use dairy-free white chocolate syrup.

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Keywords: white mocha, peppermint mocha, holiday coffee, creamy coffee, festive drink, peppermint extract, white chocolate syrup

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