Description
Embrace the cozy magic of the season with this delightful Peppermint Mocha Protein Delight. It’s a rich, creamy, and deeply satisfying beverage that perfectly blends the invigorating notes of coffee and peppermint with the comforting flavor of chocolate.
Ingredients
• 1 cup hot brewed coffee or 2 shots espresso
• 1 cup warm unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
• 1 scoop (30g) chocolate whey or plant protein powder
• 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
• 1 tbsp pure maple syrup or sweetener
• 1 tbsp dark chocolate chips
• Whipped cream and crushed peppermint for topping
Instructions
Warm your milk gently in a saucepan.
In a mug, mix your protein powder, cocoa, peppermint, sweetener, and chocolate chips.
Add a little warm milk to make a smooth paste, then stir in the coffee and remaining milk until frothy.
Finish with whipped cream and crushed peppermint.
Notes
Don’t Overheat Milk: Warming the milk gently is important. Boiling can affect the texture and sometimes the flavor, so just aim for nice and warm.
Whisk for Smoothness: Using a small whisk for that initial paste can make achieving a completely smooth consistency even easier.
Adjust Peppermint: Peppermint extract can be quite potent. Start with the 1/4 teaspoon and if you love a stronger peppermint flavor, you can add a tiny bit more, but do so cautiously.
Coffee Strength: The strength of your coffee will directly impact the final flavor. Use a coffee you genuinely enjoy drinking on its own.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Protein: N/A