Peppermint Mocha Creamer

No longer just a wintry treat at the local coffee shop, this Peppermint Mocha Creamer makes everyday coffee a wonderful delight with rich chocolate and peppermint flavor. Slow down and treat yourself to a moment with the first sip of your morning brew.

Peppermint Mocha Creamer

I never thought I would become a coffee person. Never. But, what I’ve discovered is that coffee is often about more than just caffeine. It’s part of a ritual. You get the earthy aroma of it brewing, the visual swirl and dance of light creamer poured into dark coffee. And, then there’s the first taste of it. The gift of a new day is here, ready to be savored.

So, give yourself the chance to do more than just chug down some bitter bean juice. Try adding a splash of peppermint mocha creamer in your morning ritual. Pair it with one of these super soft and moist pumpkin bars with cream cheese frosting and see if it doesn’t make your day that much sweeter!

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What Is In a Peppermint Mocha?

If you’re wondering what is in a peppermint mocha, then you’re not alone. I wondered about the difference, myself. But, it turns out that the difference between a peppermint syrup and a peppermint mocha is the mocha. And, ordering a mocha will get you slightly different things, depending on where you’re at.

The simplest way to explain it is that a “mocha” is going to be some form of chocolate with milk and espresso. Some places will steam a milk-based hot chocolate, while others will add a chocolate syrup or a custom chocolate sauce to the milk and espresso.

This peppermint creamer with mocha is a shortcut to the coffee shop experience, as you can make it ahead of time, and simply add some to your coffee on the go. And, if you’re someone who doesn’t like scalding hot coffee (I know, I know), you can even freeze a batch of this creamer in ice trays and then simply add a cube to your coffee whenever you want.

Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer

If you’ve ever searched for a limited edition or seasonal creamer at the store and been frustrated, then this peppermint mocha coffee creamer is for you. I swear the seasonal stuff is never in stock when I am craving these flavors the most.

So, a while back I made it my mission to make my own versions whenever the cravings hit. A lot of creamer recipes tend to use condensed milk, but I try to avoid that. Condensed milk just tastes too syrupy and sweet for me. And, I feel like I get better control over the sweetness and the flavor with cream and whole milk.

The only tip I want to stress is that you don’t need to simmer (let alone boil!) this creamer. The heat is only to help incorporate the dry ingredients smoothly. Once it’s a cohesive creamer, take it off the heat. If you heat milk too much, you risk breaking it.

My kids loved this peppermint creamer from pretty much the moment they discovered it. And, even before they were able to have coffee, they asked for it in their hot cocoa. These flavors make even a packet of hot chocolate feel fancy!

Homemade Coffee Creamers

These homemade coffee creamers with simple ingredients are some of my favorite morning treats. Especially when the weather changes and the temperature drops, I find myself reaching for these happy flavors to add to my mornings.

Homemade eggnog creamer is one of my guilty pleasures. It’s such a treat, even when Christmas feels so far away. And, you literally can’t go wrong making some of this easy pumpkin spice coffee creamer. It has just five ingredients!

And, what better to pair with an indulgent coffee creamer than a fabulous slice of coffee cake? If it’s fall, be sure to check out this extra rich pumpkin coffee cake. Closer to Christmas? Look no further than a cranberry coffee cake. Are you a peppermint fan long after the decorations have been put away? Make this delightfully fresh strawberry coffee cake!

And, if you are feeling the pull of nostalgia and want the easiest of old-fashioned desserts for a lazy brunch or weekend morning, you can sip your well-creamered coffee with a piece of this overnight coffee cake.

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Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer

Mary Younkin

Homemade coffee creamers and flavors are fun to keep on hand, try peppermint mocha creamer in your coffee or hot chocolate.

Cook Time: 10 minutes mins

Total Time: 10 minutes mins

Servings: 40 (1) tablespoon servings, about 3½ cups worth

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Ingredients 

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• ▢ 1½ cups heavy cream
• ▢ 1½ cup whole milk
• ▢ ⅔ cup sugar
• ▢ 2 teaspoons cocoa powder
• ▢ ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
• ▢ ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ▢ ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract

Instructions 

• Combine the cream, milk, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt in a small saucepan. Warm the mixture over medium heat, whisking frequently, just until the sugar and the cocoa dissolve.
• Remove from the heat and add the vanilla and peppermint extracts. Stir to combine and cool to room temperature.
• Pour into a jar or small pitcher. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Calories: 49 kcal | Carbohydrates: 4 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 4 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g | Cholesterol: 11 mg | Sodium: 13 mg | Potassium: 23 mg | Fiber: 0.02 g | Sugar: 4 g | Vitamin A: 146 IU | Vitamin C: 0.1 mg | Calcium: 17 mg | Iron: 0.02 mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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{originally published 12/13/22 – recipe notes updated 11/27/25}