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peppermint mocha coffee syrup

Peppermint Mocha Coffee Syrup

5 from 1 vote
Homemade peppermint mocha coffee syrup made with cocoa, sugar, and peppermint extract. A cozy farmhouse favorite that brings the taste of Christmas to your morning coffee.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Course: Coffee Syrups, Drinks
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon pure peppermint extract see Farmhouse Tip for fresh mint leaves
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan, whisk together water, sugar, and cocoa powder until smooth.
  2. Bring to a gentle simmer until sugar dissolves, about 3 - 4 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in peppermint and vanilla extracts.
  4. Let cool completely, then pour into a glass bottle or jar.

Notes

Serving:
Add 1 - 2 tablespoons to coffees or lattes.
Storage:
Store sealed in the refrigerator up to 3 weeks.  Shake gently before using.
Farmhouse Tip:
If you grow peppermint, try steeping a small handful of fresh leaves in the syrup while it simmers for 5 - 10 minutes.  Strain them out before adding vanilla.  It gives the syrup a soft, natural mint flavor and it makes the whole kitchen smell like Christmas!