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Peppermint Mocha Dairy Free

Peppermint Mocha

This dairy free Peppermint Mocha is the perfect way to enjoy your coffee during the holidays! The rich flavours of coffee and chocolate come together with creamy nut milk to create a warm, comforting and delicious beverage.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Course: Hot Drinks
Cuisine: Dairy Free, Paleo, Plant-Based
Servings: 1

Ingredients
 

  • 1 cup almond or coconut milk, unsweetened
  • 1 tbsp cacao or cocoa powder
  • 2-3 tsp. maple syrup or honey
  • 1-2 shots espresso, or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
  • 1 drop peppermint essential oil (food grade), or 1/2-1 tsp peppermint extract
  • Dark chocolate shavings, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a saucepan, warm milk, sweetener, cocoa/cacao and peppermint over medium-low for roughly 5-minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Froth the milk mixture with a blender, immersion stick or other tool.
  • Brew espresso then combine the milk mixture with the espresso. Garnish with dark chocolate shavings, if desired.
Keyword almond milk, cacao, chocolate, cocoa, coconut milk, coffee, espresso, latte, mocha