Peppermint Mocha Mix

 

Title: Peppermint Mocha Mix

Summary: Peppermint Mocha Mix is ​​a dry blend beverage ingredient that, when added to hot water, tastes like a high-end coffee shop drink. It boasts a rich chocolate flavor with a subtle coffee aroma and a perfectly balanced minty note, making it ideal for the holiday season and a great gift.

Background Story: The author was captivated upon first tasting Peppermint Mocha, but the prices at coffee shops were prohibitive. Therefore, the author decided to develop an affordable and easy-to-make homemade version of Peppermint Mocha Mix.

Ingredients:

30 Starlight mints (crushed)

1 cup powdered sugar

1 cup milk powder

1/4 cup instant coffee

3/4 cup cocoa powder

Tools Needed:

Food processor (or similar tool for crushing mints)

Instructions:

Place 30 mints in a food processor and crush them into a fine powder. Pour the powder into a bowl and set aside.

Combine powdered sugar, instant coffee, creamer, and cocoa powder in a food processor and blend thoroughly.

Return the crushed peppermint powder to the food processor and blend again thoroughly.

Store the Peppermint Mocha Mix in an airtight container for personal use or as a gift.

To enjoy, place 2-3 tablespoons of the mixture in a cup, add hot water, stir well, and wait until the peppermint is completely dissolved. For a more elegant presentation, top with whipped cream and chocolate garnish.

Additional Suggestion:

The author suggests packaging this mixture in a pretty container or bag as a holiday gift, and it can be given with Peppermint Mocha Cookies.

Reader comments mention that this recipe makes approximately 3 1/4 cups of the mixture; the exact number of gifts made depends on the size of the container chosen.

About the Author: Debbie, from southwestern Louisiana, is a website author, recipe developer, and photographer. She creates many simple and delicious recipes with a Southern flair, including quick and easy dinners, delicious desserts, and party snacks.