Iced Peppermint Mocha Latte
Chilled mocha latte with a refreshing peppermint twist, topped with whipped cream for a winter-inspired coffee treat. This recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together espresso shots, milk, unsweetened cocoa powder for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 (about 2 oz) espresso shots
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1/4 cup whipped cream
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Instructions
- Step 1: Brew 2 shots (about 2 oz) of hot espresso and set aside to cool slightly.
- Step 2: In a small saucepan, combine 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder and 2 tbsp sugar with 1/4 cup hot water, whisking until smooth and syrupy.
- Step 3: Pour the cocoa syrup into a tall glass, then add 1/4 tsp peppermint extract and stir.
- Step 4: Fill the glass with 1 cup ice cubes and pour in 1 cup cold milk, stirring to combine.
- Step 5: Slowly pour the warm espresso over the milk mixture for a layered effect.
- Step 6: Top with 1/4 cup whipped cream and garnish with a light dusting of cocoa powder if desired.
