This homemade Peppermint Mocha coffee is the perfect cozy drink for the fall, winter, holidays, and just because!

overhead view of glasses of peppermint mocha starbucks coffee topped with whipped cream and ready to serve

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Why You Will Love This Peppermint Mocha Recipe

It’s the perfect cozy holiday drink. While you can enjoy this coffee any time in the fall or winter (or spring or summer if you want!), it’s such a comforting drink for the holidays. Christmas + this coffee + a warm blanket + fireplace = total bliss!
You can customize it based on your flavor preferences. The recipe as written is a great starting point, but you can modify the cocoa powder, sugar, and peppermint extract amounts based on what you prefer.
It’s a great excuse to make homemade whipped cream. It’s always a good day when you need to make homemade whipped cream! 😀

Ingredients Needed for This Easy Mocha Recipe

Ingredient quantities are located in the recipe card at the end of the post.

Milk: I usually use 2% Fairlife Milk for the extra protein, but any milk works here
Heavy whipping cream: This makes it extra-creamy!
Brewed coffee: Any coffee works here – I personally use a heaping teaspoon of Nescafe Gold Instant Espresso made in 6 oz water
Cocoa powder: For a more intense chocolate flavor, use dutch-process cocoa powder
Powdered sugar: I recommend powdered sugar instead of granulated sugar to ensure the sugar fully dissolves
Peppermint extract or peppermint syrup
Homemade whipped cream: optional, but highly recommended!
Other toppings as desired: More cocoa powder, chocolate shavings, chocolate syrup, etc.

How To Make Peppermint Mocha (Quick Overview)

The steps below are just a quick overview of how to make the homemade peppermint mocha recipe. The full process in detail is located in the recipe card at the end of the post.

Combine all ingredients except for the peppermint extract in a saucepan over medium heat.

Warm the mixture to your desired temperature (I do about two minutes), turn off the heat, add the peppermint extract (or syrup), and mix again.

This recipe makes a single Peppermint Mocha.

overhead view of four glasses of starbucks peppermint mocha coffee drinks topped with homemade whipped cream and ready to serve with christmas decor in the background

Pour into a glass and top with your toppings of choice (like whipped cream, cocoa powder, chocolate shavings, chocolate syrup, etc.)

Tips for Making this Peppermint Mocha

Make sure to use powdered sugar. Regular sugar will give the coffee a slightly grainy texture.
… but you may want to skip the sugar if you use peppermint syrup. Since peppermint syrup is sweetened, you may not need to add extra sugar if you use syrup instead of extract.
My favorite coffee to use in this is actually instant coffee! I use a heaping teaspoon of Nescafe Gold Instant Espresso made in 6 oz water. (I use the Intense version, but the Blonde works too – it just has less caffeine.)

More Holiday Drinks

overhead view of the best homemade eggnog topped with whipped cream and cinnamon with a cinnamon stick as a straw next to pine tree decor — **Homemade Eggnog**

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More Holiday Dessert Recipes

Craving something sweet but short on time? Try the no-bake peanut butter pie! It’s a crowd-pleaser, perfect for family gatherings or friendly meet-ups. Whether it’s for Thanksgiving dinner, a Christmas dessert table, or a Halloween bash, this pie is sure to impress!
Holidays without pie? Unthinkable! Enter the classic pecan pie that skips the corn syrup but keeps all the scrumptious flavor your family will love.
Ready to wow your party guests? The chocolate pudding pie is a showstopper with an irresistible taste that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Win your family’s hearts and taste buds with apple crisp with oats. The heavenly aroma of apples and cinnamon will captivate even the biggest Scrooge in your family this holiday season.
Spread holiday cheer with peanut butter chocolate balls—bite-sized delights that will impress family and friends!
Throw a party and amaze your guests with the no-bake chocolate cream cheese dessert. Dubbed “chocolate heaven,” one taste and they’ll be believers.
Need a last-minute treat? No worries—whip up this quick, delicious peanut butter no-bake cream cheese dessert in no time!

overhead view of half of baked pecan nut pie in a clear pie dish on a white countertop — **Peanut Butter Pie**

Easy Christmas Cookie Recipes

Treat yourself to the irresistible combination of peanut butter and chocolate with these simple no-bake oatmeal chocolate cookies. A favorite all year round, they’re perfect for the holidays or whenever you need a delightful snack break.
Craving classic comfort? Sink your teeth into chewy chocolate chip cookies that are sure to please any crowd! For the ultimate chocolate indulgence, dive into our double chocolate chip cookies, crafted especially for chocoholics.
Looking for a cookie that will wow everyone? These easy peanut butter cookies are a hit at any holiday gathering and a must-have for your Christmas cookie lineup, a summer picnic snack, or a game day dessert! Want to make them extra special? Try peanut butter blossoms topped with a Hershey’s Kiss!

sideview of stack of five no bake cookies ready to serve — **No Bake Cookies**

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Peppermint Mocha Copycat Coffee

This homemade Peppermint Mocha coffee is the perfect cozy drink for the fall, winter, holidays, and just because!

Servings

Course Drinks

Cuisine American, Western

Keyword easy, homemade

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Ingredients

3/4 cup milk
1 tbsp heavy whipping cream
3/4 cup brewed coffee
1 1/2 tbsp cocoa powder (use Dutch process if possible)
2 tbsp powdered sugar (or more to taste)
1/4 tsp peppermint extract (or peppermint syrup to taste; if you use syrup, you may need to skip or reduce the sugar)

Instructions

Combine all ingredients except for the peppermint extract in a saucepan over medium heat.
Warm the mixture to your desired temperature (I do about two minutes), turn off the heat, add the peppermint extract (or syrup), and mix again.
Pour into a glass and top with your toppings of choice (like whipped cream, cocoa powder, chocolate shavings, chocolate syrup, etc.)

Notes

Feel free to customize this recipe to your preferences! The amount of cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract (or syrup) you use is up to you.

Nutrition Estimates (Per Serving)

Nutrition Disclaimer

Nutrition Estimates are per serving and included as a courtesy only. They are accurate to the best of our knowledge based on the ingredients and brands used, but their accuracy is not guaranteed.