Easy Chocolate Peppermint Mocktail
This creamy, mint-kissed chocolate mocktail is festive, frothy, and alcohol-free. Shake, pour over ice, and crown with whipped cream.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.25 cup cold whole milk
- 0.33 cup half-and-half
- 3 tbsp chocolate syrup plus a little extra for rim and drizzle
- 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 tbsp simple syrup
- 0.25 tsp peppermint extract
- 0.25 tsp vanilla extract
- 1.5 cup ice cubes plus more for serving
- 0.5 cup whipped cream for topping
- 1 tbsp crushed peppermint candy for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Crush the peppermint candy. Swipe the rims of two rocks glasses with a little chocolate syrup, then dip into the crushed candy.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add milk, half-and-half, chocolate syrup, cocoa powder, simple syrup, peppermint extract, and vanilla.
- Shake briskly for 15 seconds until well chilled and lightly frothy.
- Add fresh ice to the prepared glasses. Strain the mixture evenly into both glasses.
- Top with whipped cream. Drizzle with a touch of chocolate syrup and a pinch of crushed peppermint.
Notes
Variation: For a dairy-free version, use a rich oat or almond milk and coconut whipped cream. Make it extra frosty by blending the mixture with a cup of ice for a milkshake-style sip. Mix the base (without ice) up to 2 days ahead and shake to serve.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Chocolate Peppermint Mocktail flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.