Minty Christmas Mocha

Minty Christmas Mocha is the epitome of holiday cheer in a mug. With a blend of espresso, cocoa, and a dash of peppermint, it's a festive delight that you won't want to miss.

Origin: Festive Kitchen

Pairing: Christmas cookies, mince pies

Difficulty: Easy

Strength: Moderate

Ingredients

• 2 shots of espresso
• 200 ml of steamed milk
• 1 tbsp of cocoa powder
• 1 tbsp of peppermint syrup
• Whipped cream (for topping)
• Crushed candy canes (for garnish)

Steps

1. Brew 2 shots of espresso.
2. Steam 200 ml of milk until frothy.
3. In a saucepan, mix the cocoa powder and steamed milk. Stir until smooth.
4. Add the peppermint syrup to the cocoa and milk mixture.
5. Combine the brewed espresso and the minty cocoa mixture in a large mug.
6. Top with a dollop of whipped cream.
7. Garnish with crushed candy canes for that extra Christmas flair and enjoy.

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