I just can't get away from my coffee recipes! First my Skinny Pumpkin Frappe (Go make that soon, by the way), and now a hot Holiday Peppermint Mocha, just in time for the holiday season. I'm not usually a fan of hot drinks besides regular hot coffee, but I make an exception every now and then, especially now with the cold weather finally coming in.
Like my pumpkin frappe, I took a few measures to make this Peppermint Mocha as healthy as possible. First, I used unsweetened almond milk, and then Stevia to sweeten it. Of course, the whipped cream, chocolate syrup, and crushed candy cane on top probably negate any healthiness, but you can always go without it (sometimes). It's at least a better, cheaper alternative to what you would buy at a coffee shop!
I used NESCAFÉ® Taster's Choice® House Blend instant coffee as an easy addition to this drink. I actually almost ran out because of all the frappes I made, so I had to go buy more for this! NESCAFÉ® uses responsibly sourced beans and are flash frozen to lock in freshness, and the new glass jar helps with that! In a pinch, you can also use an individual stick pack which now makes an 8-ounce cup of coffee instead of 6 ounces.
The first time I made this, I actually drank two in the same day. You know, just to make sure I had the recipe correct. I never thought I liked the peppermint mocha flavor, but I'm totally hooked. This may be one of my go-to drinks during this holiday season! I really want you to try it too, and NESCAFÉ® is giving away ten of the 1.7-ounce glass jars to my readers! Just click here to read about the NESCAFÉ® Taster's Choice® commitment to their craft and leave me a comment here about how you relate! Last day to enter is November 16th, 2016. Good luck!
Jaime is a Nutrition Coach through the ISSA and professional writer. She has 4 years experience coaching and 9 years experience in writing. She enjoys cooking easy meals, running, and learning more about food.
Jaime specializes in helping women with ADHD learn to meal plan and cook healthier meals without getting overwhelmed.
Looks delicious and easy to make. I know my family would love this. They will think I spent much more time on this than I actually did. Thanks for sharing
Oh I LOVE peppermint mochas!! And this is waaaaaay cheaper than Starbucks!
My son loves these from Starbucks so I am going to try this recipe for him so I'm not spending so much money.
I'm not a fan of peppermint. However I know a good set of people that do and I'd love to make it just for them.
Yessss 🙂
I had this once at my uncle's place, his wife makes the very best, and I loved it -- so darn good!
This looks heavenly and so perfect for the upcoming holidays! I can't wait to try it.
XO
Lee Anne
http://www.lifebylee.com
I am obsessed with peppermint!! Making this tomorrow night for the husband and I!!
This looks AMAZING! Love creating speciality drinks at home. Thanks for sharing!
This holiday peppermint mocha looks so yummy! Excited to have this recipe for the holidays. Just in time!
I don't drink coffee but I can see surprising my family with a cup of peppermint deliciousness for Christmas weekend. They won't believe I made it...lol
This looks delicious! Love me some holiday drinks! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Oh my! This looks so delicious, and would really put me in the holiday spirit!
Now this is a treat my mom would love! She loves anything mint and coffee! I will have to use your recipe on her next visit! Thank you for sharing!
I love love love peppermint + chocolate + coffee!
This looks so good and easy to make too, a great middle of the day treat.