Warm up this winter with a delightful Peppermint White Chocolate Mocha. This festive beverage combines freshly brewed coffee, smooth white chocolate, and refreshing peppermint, topped with whipped cream and crushed candy canes.
Author:Lisa
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:15 minutes
Yield:2 servings 1x
Category:Beverage
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups freshly brewed coffee
1 cup whole milk (or milk alternative)
½ cup white chocolate chips
1 tsp peppermint extract
Whipped cream (for topping)
Crushed candy canes (for garnish)
Instructions
Brew about 2 cups of strong coffee using your preferred method.
In a saucepan over medium heat, warm 1 cup of milk until steaming (do not boil).
Add ½ cup of white chocolate chips to the warmed milk and stir until melted and smooth.
Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract.
Pour the brewed coffee into a mug, then add the white chocolate mixture and stir gently.
Top with whipped cream and sprinkle crushed candy canes for garnish.