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Peppermint Mocha (Moka Pot)
A holiday-style peppermint mocha with strong moka pot coffee, cocoa and a few drops of peppermint extract. No espresso machine or syrup bottle.
Not tested yet We publish a recipe as tested only after making it in our own kitchen.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Total
- 15 min
- Makes
- 1 mug (about 10 oz)
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp (about 15 g) coffee, ground medium-fine
- ¾ cup milk of your choice
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 to 2 tbsp sugar or simple syrup, to taste
- ⅛ tsp, then to taste peppermint extract (not mint oil)
Equipment
- Moka pot (3-cup size)
- Small saucepan
- Whisk or handheld frother
- Mug
Gear for this recipe
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Bialetti Bialetti Moka Express Strong, rich stovetop coffee to mix with milk. Who it suits (Bialetti Moka Express) -
OXO OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder Moving from pre-ground coffee to fresh ground for French press, pour-over and drip. Who it suits (OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder) -
Many brands Handheld milk frother Foamy milk for lattes on a small budget. Who it suits (Handheld milk frother)
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Instructions
- Brew the coffee in the moka pot and take it off the heat when it starts to sputter.
- In a small saucepan, whisk the cocoa and sugar into the milk over medium-low heat until steamy but not boiling.
- Take the milk off the heat and stir in a small amount of peppermint extract. Taste, and add a drop more only if you want it stronger.
- Pour the coffee into a mug, add the chocolate milk, and froth with a whisk or handheld frother for about 15 seconds.
Tip: peppermint extract is strong, so add it a few drops at a time. If you'd rather use a syrup, our guide to homemade coffee syrups covers a simple one you can flavor yourself.
New to the moka pot? Start with Moka Pot Basics. Want it cold? Try the Moka Pot Iced Mocha.