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December 7, 2016 By Hannah @ Eat, Drink and Save Money

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Peppermint mocha recipe to save you money on takeout coffee

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This peppermint mocha recipe is the real deal when it comes to tasting like a coffee shop creation. Save money by skipping the coffee shop, and make your own.

Peppermint mocha recipe to save money on takeout coffee

Confession: I hate pumpkin spice lattes.  Oh, I’m still basic. Instead of the PSL, I live for peppermint mochas. Red cup season makes me happy. The price? Not so much.

Peppermint Mocha Recipe

I’ve been working on this recipe for 4 years. Yes, four whole years. I had such awful morning sickness when I was pregnant with Robert four years ago, and peppermint was the only thing that calmed my stomach. After one decaf peppermint mocha in 2012, I was hooked. I tried so hard to recreate the recipe my entire pregnancy and failed over and over again no matter how many recipes I tried.

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Two years later I got pregnant with Jackson and once again only peppermint mochas could calm my queasiness.

After many more failed attempts to perfect my peppermint mocha recipe, I found the missing ingredient: thick and creamy, made from scratch, chocolate sauce.

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One of my best friends listened to my peppermint mocha recipe struggles and suggested I try it with homemade chocolate sauce. It made all the difference! I’m now convinced that homemade chocolate sauce is the answer to everything. Kids crying too much? You need some chocolate sauce. Boy troubles? Try some chocolate sauce. Get the recipe for my chocolate sauce here.

Pro Tip: Don’t want to make your own? Try buying this version instead. It’s just as good! 

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Chocolate sauce, peppermint simple syrup, and milk all combine with the coffee to make an absolutely amazing peppermint mocha.

You can buy peppermint simple syrup too if you don’t want to make it yourself.

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This is definitely the drink for the chocolate lover. Don’t love peppermint? Skip it and just to chocolate to make it a mocha.

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Froth 1/2 C. of milk with 2 pumps of peppermint simple syrup to get full peppermint flavor.

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I’m not a huge fan of whipped cream so I prefer to drink my peppermint mocha with nothing more than frothed milk on top and a thick peppermint stick.

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But that’s no fun for pictures, right? My mom (A.K.A. my test taster) doesn’t like it plain so I have to have whipped cream on hand. And candy canes of course.

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Now that I’ve mastered this recipe, I’m able to save so much money by skipping takeout coffee. In fact, I’m proud to announce that I haven’t stepped into a coffee shop in 2 weeks. Yes, that’s right. Two whole weeks! This once takeout coffee addict is now reformed thanks to my new Ninja Coffee Bar® System.

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Y’all, I was skeptical at first. I didn’t think it would replace my coffee pot and my espresso maker, but it has. I haven’t touched either of them once since my Ninja Coffee Bar® System arrived because it offers so much. It has a built-in hot and cold frother, six brew sizes and five brew types – including the Ninja-exclusive Cafe Forte brew, which amplifies the natural subtle flavors of your favorite coffee.

It’s so simple to use! Once the chocolate sauce is made and stored in the fridge, it takes me less than 3 minutes to make this peppermint mocha!

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Enough writing, right? It’s time for that recipe.

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Peppermint mocha recipe

Peppermint mocha recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 scoops of your favorite coffee
  • 1/3 C. of homemade chocolate sauce
  • 2 pumps (1 TBSP) of peppermint simple syrup
  • Candy cane and whipped cream for garnish

Instructions

  1. Brew 4 ounces of coffee using the speciality button on your Ninja Coffee Bar® System
  2. Heat up 1/2 C. of milk in the microwave for 45 seconds
  3. Add peppermint simple syrup to milk and froth until frothy (30 seconds)
  4. garnish with whipped cream, candy cane and chocolate syrup
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Love coffee, but tired of paying for takeout coffee? Try making this peppermint mocha recipe at home! It's so easy and way cheaper than takeout!

 

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  1. Tracie says

    December 7, 2016 at 8:13 am

    My favorite way to drink coffee is with warm soy foam on top!!!

    Reply
  2. Brittany S. says

    December 7, 2016 at 8:16 am

    Yum! How do you make the chocolate sauce and peppermint simple syrup?

    Reply
    • Brittany S. says

      December 7, 2016 at 8:19 am

      Never mind on the chocolate sauce. I missed the link the first time through. ;)

      Reply
      • Brittany S. says

        December 7, 2016 at 8:23 am

        And on the peppermint simple syrup. Ha! Maybe I need another cup of coffee….

  3. Kim Benz says

    December 7, 2016 at 8:52 am

    Peppermint mochas are my favorite! And I’m so excited about this give away!! This is actually on MY christmad list! :)

    Reply
    • Hannah @ Eat, Drink and Save Money says

      December 7, 2016 at 9:30 pm

      You’ll love it! It’s so easy to use! I can see why it’s on your Christmas list.

      Reply
  4. Callie says

    December 7, 2016 at 9:53 am

    This makes me wish you still lived with Nate. Yum! I keep it simple at home, but love a honey latte at my favorite coffee shop. So expensive though!

    Reply
    • Hannah @ Eat, Drink and Save Money says

      December 7, 2016 at 9:30 pm

      I wish we lived with Nate too! We miss hanging out with y’all!

      Reply
  5. Julie Wood says

    December 7, 2016 at 9:57 am

    My favorite way to enjoy coffee by making my Caramel Latte Coffees. I also love Peppermint Mochas this time of year!

    Reply
  6. Tasha @ Cookie Crumbs says

    December 7, 2016 at 10:14 am

    This looks so delicious! I’m a suckered or peppermint mocha but my favorite way to enjoy my coffee is pretty simple most of the time. It has to be hot, hot with enough sweetness to take away the bitter coffee taste and creamy. I have to have my hazelnut creamer.
    Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Hannah @ Eat, Drink and Save Money says

      December 7, 2016 at 9:29 pm

      Yum, hazelnut creamer sounds great!

      Reply
  7. alicia szemon says

    December 7, 2016 at 10:47 am

    I love either iced coffee or especially for the holidays i like peppermint mocha!!

    Reply
  8. Elena says

    December 7, 2016 at 1:57 pm

    I like to make cappuccino and enjoy it next to fireplace

    Reply
  9. Sarah Charles says

    December 7, 2016 at 1:59 pm

    Can I train my husband to use the Ninja and deliver with breakfast in bed? THAT is my favorite way to enjoy coffee!

    Reply
    • Hannah @ Eat, Drink and Save Money says

      December 7, 2016 at 9:28 pm

      Yes, you can! You deserve it with a new baby!

      Reply
  10. Brenna says

    December 7, 2016 at 5:35 pm

    I love cold brew coffee but also enjoy fancy drinks!

    Reply
  11. Lisa @ Fun Money Mom says

    December 7, 2016 at 8:58 pm

    I love fancy coffee drinks but hate paying for them. I’d love one of these in my kitchen!

    Reply
    • Hannah @ Eat, Drink and Save Money says

      December 7, 2016 at 9:28 pm

      You need it!

      Reply
  12. marley says

    December 8, 2016 at 10:21 am

    I love Frosted Sugar Cookie creamer in my coffee!

    Reply
  13. Cheryl B says

    December 8, 2016 at 11:19 am

    With raspberry creme and whipped cream.

    Reply
  14. Gaby Koehler says

    December 8, 2016 at 3:53 pm

    Black coffee in the morning, latte in the afternoon!

    Reply
  15. Nasreen says

    December 8, 2016 at 5:09 pm

    Frugally. :) Black coffee every morning and sometimes a stovetop espresso cup later.

    Reply
  16. Kristin says

    December 8, 2016 at 5:14 pm

    This drink looks delicious!!!! Oh what a great giveaway!

    Reply
  17. heather says

    December 8, 2016 at 5:14 pm

    I visited the site http://www.ninjakitchen.com/brewing/ninja-coffee-bar-system/

    Reply
  18. heather says

    December 8, 2016 at 5:15 pm

    My favorite way to enjoy coffee is hot and I like to site n the front porch and drink it.

    Reply
  19. Jessica says

    December 8, 2016 at 8:03 pm

    I have always wanted to try a Ninja machine! (FYI, you forgot milk on your ingredient list) :)

    -Jessica
    http://www.wearitforless.com

    Reply
  20. Brittany Belcher says

    December 9, 2016 at 7:53 am

    My weakness is a peppermint white mocha! I used to make them at home but it was just too much work. I’d love to try the Ninja coffee bar though!

    Reply
  21. Kristin G says

    December 9, 2016 at 11:11 am

    I love coffee anytime and anywhere! I love to drink lattes and make my own at home. I love caramel flavored ones.

    Reply
  22. Delia says

    December 9, 2016 at 2:29 pm

    Hot with creamer.

    Reply
  23. Steve Weber says

    December 9, 2016 at 5:52 pm

    My favorite way to enjoy it a cup of coffee is watching the sunrise.

    Reply
  24. Natalie says

    December 9, 2016 at 7:34 pm

    I love my coffee with milk and artificial sweetener.

    Reply
  25. Kenya F says

    December 9, 2016 at 8:41 pm

    I’m pretty simple. Regular coffee with a good amount of steamed milk. But If I win this, I am going to experiment like crazy! :)

    Reply
  26. Rachel says

    December 10, 2016 at 11:19 am

    My favorite way to enjoy coffee is with a flavored creamer.

    Reply
  27. Leigh Anne Miller Borders says

    December 11, 2016 at 1:27 pm

    My favorite way to drink coffee is on the front porch bundled up. I love my coffee a variety of ways. I love adding cream and sugar and a french vanilla.

    Reply
  28. julie says

    December 11, 2016 at 1:35 pm

    I really love peppermint mocha!

    The rafflecopter form sent before I could fully spell out my twitter username. It is flippingdancer

    Reply
    • Hannah @ Eat, Drink and Save Money says

      December 11, 2016 at 8:00 pm

      Thanks! I’ll make sure you’re still properly entered!

      Reply
  29. Amanda Morris says

    December 11, 2016 at 7:47 pm

    I love peppermint this looks so yummy!:) <3 what a lovely giveaway

    Reply
  30. Kim Henrichs says

    December 11, 2016 at 8:34 pm

    Right now i’m loving an iced coffee with milk and a shot of pumpkin!

    Reply
  31. Susan Christy says

    December 11, 2016 at 11:46 pm

    I like a little splash of vanilla creamer in my coffee.

    Reply
  32. Jessica Naca says

    December 12, 2016 at 10:33 am

    I love my coffee with a little cream and honey! I love your peppermint stir stick idea! Happy Holidays!

    Reply
  33. marie says

    December 12, 2016 at 1:57 pm

    i love coffee with added flavoring like hazelnut

    Reply
  34. Kelly Tupick says

    December 12, 2016 at 2:06 pm

    I like a medium roasted coffee with a little milk and sugar.

    Reply
  35. Sonya Morris says

    December 12, 2016 at 9:41 pm

    I enjoy my coffee with stevia and half & half.

    Reply
  36. Audra O'Hara says

    December 12, 2016 at 11:04 pm

    I love iced coffee in the summer. This time of year, I typically drink regular brewed coffee with almond milk and a shot of Torani toasted marshmallow syrup. Would love to try a cappuccino with a Ninja.

    Reply
  37. MaryAnn says

    December 12, 2016 at 11:22 pm

    I drink my coffee with lots of creamer and sugar.

    Reply
  38. Terry says

    December 13, 2016 at 3:19 am

    I love a chocolate peppermint or pumpkin spice latte as a way to enjoy my coffee.

    Reply
  39. Gillian says

    December 13, 2016 at 3:58 pm

    I love salted caramel lattes!

    Reply
  40. Bridgett Wilbur says

    December 14, 2016 at 12:42 pm

    I love a hot mocha coffee with whip cream.

    Reply
  41. amanda lea says

    December 14, 2016 at 12:42 pm

    Either a peppermint mocha frapped or hot or a splash of amaretto!!

    Reply
  42. Christina A. says

    December 14, 2016 at 7:34 pm

    I love a really good vanilla latte!!

    Reply
  43. Tabathia B says

    December 14, 2016 at 9:29 pm

    I like it with sugar and two creams

    Reply
  44. Jessica Harper says

    December 14, 2016 at 9:47 pm

    My brother love this

    Reply
  45. Tina W says

    December 14, 2016 at 10:41 pm

    I love a good cappucino, even better if I can have it on a Sunday morning, curled up on the couch with a sleepy kitten and the Times crossword puzzle.

    Reply
  46. Christina Z says

    December 14, 2016 at 11:52 pm

    I enjoy all kind of ways but I guess I love it most as Iced coffee on the go!

    Reply
  47. Jeanna says

    December 15, 2016 at 1:41 pm

    I enjoy a vanilla cappuccino the most!

    Reply
  48. Melissa Storms says

    December 16, 2016 at 12:26 pm

    I love flavored coffees as iced coffee with a little cream.

    Reply
  49. Elle says

    December 16, 2016 at 3:39 pm

    I love my coffee cold!

    Reply
  50. James Robert says

    December 16, 2016 at 8:11 pm

    Being a single dad raising my 5 kids, my favorite way is getting up before they do so I can have my coffee with it being quiet.

    Reply
  51. sarah mayer says

    December 17, 2016 at 11:46 am

    I love to enjoy a cup of coffee by the fireplace chatting with a friend.

    Reply
  52. Breanna Pollard says

    December 17, 2016 at 11:59 am

    I LOVE IT WITH TWO CREAMS AND TWO SUGARS.

    Reply
  53. Amy Orvin says

    December 17, 2016 at 12:46 pm

    I enjoy my coffee with Coffemate creamer and sugar.

    Reply
  54. Keri justice says

    December 17, 2016 at 8:51 pm

    I think my favorite way to drink coffee is iced. I like iced caramel mochas!

    Reply
  55. Alison King says

    December 17, 2016 at 8:53 pm

    I like to enjoy my coffee with lots of cream and a little sugar.

    Reply
  56. Ashley Keinath says

    December 17, 2016 at 8:59 pm

    I love my coffee black , or a good seasonal latte!

    Reply
  57. Thoma Murphy says

    December 17, 2016 at 9:28 pm

    I like lots of cream and sugar.

    Reply
  58. Serge B says

    December 17, 2016 at 10:17 pm

    Alone in the morning watching the news

    Reply
  59. Maria says

    December 17, 2016 at 10:22 pm

    I love iced coffee!

    Reply

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