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Peppermint mocha syrup

Kelley — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:09:00 +0000

As soon as the air turns crisp and the holiday lights start to twinkle, one flavor combination seems to take over coffee shops everywhere — peppermint and chocolate. There’s something about the cool freshness of peppermint blended with the rich, comforting taste of cocoa that instantly feels like Christmas in a cup.

If you’re a fan of Starbucks’ famous Peppermint Mocha, you’ll be thrilled to know that it’s easy (and affordable!) to make your own version at home. With just four simple ingredients — water, sugar, cocoa powder, and peppermint extract — you can whip up a delicious Peppermint Mocha Syrup that turns any cup of coffee, latte, or hot chocolate into a festive holiday treat. Let’s dive into how to make it and a few fun ways to enjoy it all season long.

? Why You’ll Love This Peppermint Mocha Syrup

There’s no need to wait in line or spend extra money at the coffee shop when you can create your own peppermint mocha magic at home. This syrup is:

Perfectly festive – it brings the spirit of the holidays straight into your mug.
Simple and quick – made with pantry staples in about 10 minutes.
Customizable – you can adjust the sweetness or intensity of the peppermint to your taste.
Versatile – use it in coffee, hot chocolate, desserts, or even cocktails.

Once you make a batch, you’ll wonder why you ever bought flavored syrups again!

? Ingredients You’ll Need

This recipe keeps things simple and classic. You only need four ingredients — and chances are, you already have most of them at home:

1 cup of water
1 cup of granulated sugar
2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon of peppermint extract

That’s it! These ingredients come together to form a smooth, chocolatey syrup with the perfect hint of peppermint.

??? How to Make Peppermint Mocha Syrup

Making this syrup couldn’t be easier. Follow these simple steps, and you’ll have a jar of holiday cheer ready in no time:

Combine the water, sugar, and cocoa powder.
In a small saucepan, add the water, sugar, and cocoa powder. Whisk the mixture over medium heat until the sugar completely dissolves and the cocoa is fully incorporated. You should have a smooth, glossy mixture.
Simmer gently.
Once everything is combined, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent any sticking or burning. The syrup will start to thicken slightly as it cooks.
Add the peppermint extract.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract. Be careful — peppermint extract is strong, so a little goes a long way!
Cool and store.
Allow the syrup to cool completely, then transfer it to a glass jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid. Store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

? How to Use Your Peppermint Mocha Syrup

Once you’ve made your syrup, the fun begins! Here are some delicious ways to use it:

? Peppermint Mocha Latte

The classic! Brew a strong cup of coffee or espresso, then add 1–2 tablespoons of peppermint mocha syrup and top with steamed milk. Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or crushed candy canes for a festive touch.

? Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Stir a spoonful of syrup into a mug of hot milk or hot chocolate for a minty twist on a winter classic.

? Peppermint Mocha Milkshake

Blend vanilla or chocolate ice cream with a splash of milk and a few tablespoons of syrup for a cool, creamy treat that tastes like the holidays.

? Dessert Drizzle

Drizzle the syrup over brownies, cheesecake, or ice cream. It adds a gorgeous shine and rich flavor that’s irresistible.

? Pro Tips for the Best Peppermint Mocha Syrup

Adjust sweetness to taste. If you prefer your drinks less sweet, reduce the sugar slightly or use a darker cocoa powder for a more intense chocolate flavor.
Use high-quality cocoa powder. The flavor of the syrup depends heavily on the cocoa you use, so pick a good unsweetened brand like Ghirardelli or Hershey’s Special Dark.
Don’t overdo the peppermint. It’s easy to go from “festive” to “toothpaste” — so start with 1 teaspoon and taste before adding more.
Store it right. Keep it in the fridge in a sealed jar or squeeze bottle. It’ll stay fresh for about 2 weeks — perfect for the entire holiday season.

? Make It a Homemade Gift

This syrup also makes a wonderful DIY holiday gift! Pour it into a small glass bottle or mason jar, tie it with a festive ribbon, and add a handwritten tag that says “Peppermint Mocha Syrup – Add to coffee or cocoa for instant holiday joy!”

Pair it with a cute mug or a small bag of coffee beans, and you have a thoughtful, homemade present that friends and family will love.

Peppermint Mocha Syrup

Yield: 1 cup

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Make a smooth and chocolate-y peppermint mocha syrup!

Ingredients

1 cup water
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 teaspoon peppermint extract

Notes

In a small saucepan, combine water, sugar, and cocoa powder.
Whisk over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in peppermint extract. (Be careful not to add too much — it’s strong!)
Let the syrup cool completely.

Transfer to a jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid.

Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

To Use: Add 1–2 tablespoons of syrup to coffee, espresso, or hot chocolate.

Stir well and top with steamed milk, whipped cream, or chocolate shavings for a festive touch.

Other Peppermint Mocha Treats to try

We love a good peppermint mocha treat over here! Here are some other chocolate+peppermint combos to try:

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Jamocha Shake Recipe

Kelley — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 04:05:02 +0000

Shakes are delicious and coffee is amazing and when you mix them together, what you get is pure heaven! This easy coffee shake is a copycat of Arby’s famous jamocha shake and you won’t be sorry for trying to make it yourself.

I remember when I was pregnant with my first that all I wanted was Sonic ice water and Arby’s Jamocha shakes. The two are polar opposites, but you can’t really explain pregnancy cravings.

What is a Jamocha Shake?

This delicious shake is a copycat of Arby’s jamocha shake. It is a popular shake that you can get at the famous fast food chain. It is a combination of coffee, ice cream and mocha syrup. The good news is that it’s pretty easy to make at home!

Jamocha Shake Ingredients

Most of the ingredients needed for this easy coffee shake are pretty common and may already be in your kitchen and pantry. Let’s go over a few of them:

Cold Coffee – You will want to make sure the coffee is cool or it will melt the ice cream. You can make the coffee as strong or as light as you would like, but remember it will affect the flavor of the jamocha shake. I love using cold brew coffee for my shakes!
Whole milk – Whole milk will make your jamocha shake a little bit thicker but if you prefer to use skim milk, you can. You can also use any dairy-free milk you prefer. It may affect the consistency of the shake, but will still taste great.
Vanilla bean ice cream – Grab your favorite pint of vanilla bean ice cream and get ready for a delicious shake.
Chocolate Syrup – You will need chocolate sauce or syrup for this shake as well. I love using my homemade chocolate sauce for this recipe!

Exact Ingredients Needed

· 1 1/2 cups of cold coffee
· 3/4 cup of whole milk
· 2 tablespoons of sugar
· 3 cups of vanilla bean ice cream
· 5 tablespoons of chocolate syrup

How to Make a Jamocha Shake

As I stated above, this homemade Jamaica shake is super easy to make and quick as well. Here’s what you do:

Step 1: In a blender, mix coffee, milk and sugar.

You will want to blend on medium to high until it is well mixed and has a smooth consistency.

Step 2: Add ice cream and 3 tablespoons of chocolate syrup. Blend until smooth.

For the step, you will want to turn the blender off after blending the ingredients together in the first step. If you try to add the ice cream while it’s blending, it may splash out.

Step 3: To thicken if needed, set in the freezer for 30 minutes.

You can check it after 15 minutes to see if it’s the desired consistency.

Step 4: Pour into glass and drizzle remaining chocolate syrup

Feel free to add more or less chocolate syrup as desired. Enjoy!

What Pairs Well With a Jamocha Shake

One of my favorite things about a jamocha shake is that it can pair well with either dessert or a savory item. When I’m eating at Arby’s, I love a jamocha shake with my roast beef sandwich. Here are some amazing recipes that you can try with your jamocha shake.

How to Store Leftovers

With this delicious homemade jamocha shake, you can keep it in the fridge but it’s only going to last for a matter of hours. You’re going to want to keep it in a cup with a lid. I would say probably 4 to 6 hours at the max is what you can keep it in the refrigerator for and when you pull it out if it’s too liquidy, you’re probably going to want to put it back in the freezer for a little while so it will solidify.

Can I Freeze it?

You can freeze it but you have to keep in mind that when you go to take it back out of the freezer, it’s going to be like an ice cream consistency and not a shake. If you decide to freeze it, you will only want to leave it in the freezer for up to 7 days in an airtight container.

Other Copycat Recipes to Try

Looking for some other delicious copycat recipes to try at home? Look no further! Give these delicious ones a try.

Jamocha Shake Recipe

Yield: shakes2

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Additional Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

How to make a copycat Jamocha shake at home!

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups of cold coffee
3/4 cup of whole milk
2 tablespoons of sugar
3 cups of vanilla bean ice cream
5 tablespoons of chocolate syrup

Instructions

1. In a blender, mix coffee, milk and sugar

2. Add ice cream and 3 tablespoons of chocolate syrup. Blend until smooth.

3. To thicken if needed, set in freezer for 30 minutes.

4. Pour into glass and drizzle remaining chocolate syrup

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 1171Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 38mgSodium: 155mgCarbohydrates: 98gFiber: 2gSugar: 89gProtein: 7g

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Butterbeer latte

Kelley — Tue, 08 Sep 2020 15:00:00 +0000

Love Harry Potter AND coffee? You have got to try this butterbeer latte! This easy DIY coffee recipe combines coffee with the sweet taste of a homemade butterbeer! Just like Harry would drink! Let me show you how to make this recipe today.

Yessss! I am so so excited to share today’s drink recipe with yall! FOR SO MANY REASONS! First and foremost – I am a Harry Potter nerd. I love love the whole Harry Potter series and have read all the books multiple times. I’ve seen all the movies and if there is a HP marathon on TV, well, I’m busy. I love them THAT much.

Funny side story about HP. When Ryon and I first started dating the last Harry Potter book (the Deathly Hallows part 2) had just come out. We turned date night into “Kelley needs the last HP book” night and made a trip to Barnes and Noble to buy it. There was a huge display when you first walked in and I squealed from excitement. I grabbed a book and so did Ryon. He flipped to the back page and looked up at me and said “Poor Harry!”

Not.even.kidding! I was SO mad at him! I avoided him the rest of the night and still hold a slight grudge against him for hurting my Harry Potter loving heart. (Side note – that’s not how the book ends, thank goodness!)

What is a butterbeer latte?

In the books and movies they talk about butterbeers a lot. They are a drink that the students from Hogwarts drink when out and about. You can even order one at Disney in their Harry Potter world. Which is great if you live close to Disney, but I want a butterbeer all.the.time. Or at least a few times a year.

My first time trying a butterbeer latte was a year or so ago when my blogging friend Diana posted a how do you order a butterbeer latte at Starbucks. Say whaaa?!? Coffee and Harry Potter? My life is complete! I immediately went and ordered one and then re-created it at home!

Butterbeer latte ingredients

The great thing about this butterbeer latte is that you only need a few ingredients to make one at home. You will need:

espresso or strong coffee
English toffee syrup
Caramel syrup
milk
whipped cream
caramel

Coffee – You can use either espresso (instant or not) or hot strong coffee. You need a hot coffee base to help dissolve the syrups and help give this drink a smooth texture.

Syrups – You will also need English toffee syrup and caramel syrup. Torani has an amazing English toffee syrup that I just love and use frequently in my copycat coffee drinks. Or if you’d like you can try and make homemade syrups.

Milk – You can use whatever milk you prefer for this butterbeer latte recipe. I just add in cold milk to mine but feel free to steam yours if you like. Whipped cream and caramel are used for topping and round out the ingredients need for this recipe.

How to make a butterbeer latte at home

To start, brew your strong coffee or espresso. Add in both syrups to a mug and then pour in the coffee. Mix to combine everything. Pour in your milk of choice, either cold or steamed. Top with whipped cream and caramel sauce, if desired.

The last step to this butterbeer latte is to get in your pajamas and watch a HP marathon on TV. It’s totally optional but highly suggested!

How do you order a hot butterbeer from Starbucks?

Like I mentioned above, my friend Diana opened my eyes to the world that is butterbeer lattes. To order a hot butterbeer latte ask for:

whole milk steamer
add a shot of espresso
add caramel syrup
add English toffee (or toffee nut) syrup
add whipped topping

Butterbeer latte

Yield: 1 drink

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Make this Harry Potter inspired butterbeer latte at home!

Ingredients

6 ounces boiling water
1 tablespoon instant espresso
1 tablespoon English toffee syrup
1 tablespoon caramel syrup
1 cup of milk
whipped cream and caramel sauce for topping

Instructions

Stir in the instant espresso in the boiling water until dissolved.
In a glass add the English toffee and caramel syrups.
Pour the hot espresso mixture over and combine.
Pour in the milk and give a quick stir.
Top with whipped cream and caramel.
Enjoy!

Notes

You can also make this recipe using one shot of fresh espresso or 1 cup strong coffee.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 312Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 140mgCarbohydrates: 59gFiber: 0gSugar: 57gProtein: 8g

Like this copycat drink recipe? Be sure to check out:

Vanilla latte

Smores frappuccino

Peppermint mocha

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Oat Milk Latte

Kelley — Wed, 26 Aug 2020 01:51:28 +0000

Looking for a great non-dairy latte that is foamy, frothy and delicious? You’ve got to try my oat milk latte! It’s like an oatmeal cream pie in a glass! Let me show you how to make this easy DIY coffee that you can enjoy at home any time.

I love all things coffee and that includes the creamers and milks that go along with it. When a new coffee creamer or milk comes out, I like to try it out. You never know what your new favorite coffee will be with the addition of a new milk or creamer.

That goes for non-dairy milks and creamers as well. I love a good coconut milk in my morning brew and the non-dairy heavy cream is one of my favorites. When a new oat milk came out, I had to try it! I whipped up a few oat milk lattes and then created this oatmeal cream pie flavored version. It’s easy to make and a great DIY coffee you can make at home.

What is an oat milk latte?

A latte is a coffee drink made with espresso and hot steamed milk. Instead of regular milk here, we use oat milk to make it an oat milk latte. My at home version also uses warmed milk instead of steamed. It makes the coffee easier to put together but steamed milk can be used as well.

My oat milk latte goes a little further and adds some marshmallow fluff to make it more of an oatmeal cream pie latte. The marshmallow is optional, but makes for one heck of a coffee!

Oat milk latte ingredients

You only need a few ingredients to make this oat milk latte, the most important one being the oat milk! You will also need:

espresso or strong coffee
marshmallow cream or sugar
Oat Yeah Oatmeal Creamer or similar
whipped cream, optional
oatmeal cream pie, optional

Coffee – A traditional latte uses espresso as it’s base. I like to use a strong, hot coffee instead of espresso, but either work. Check out my guide on the types of coffee to use for your at home drinks.

Sweetener – If you want to do a plain oat milk latte, use your favorite sweetener or sugar of choice here. If you want to make it an oatmeal cream pie latte, use a dollop of marshmallow fluff here.

Oat milk – Use your favorite oat milk or oat milk creamer for this recipe. Oat milk makes an amazing latte because it gets creamier the warmer it gets. If you want to froth it, this is my favorite milk frother.

Optional garnishes – To make your oat milk latte even fancier, top with homemade whipped cream and half an oatmeal cream pie!

How to make an oat milk latte

Once you have all your ingredients, grab your favorite coffee mug, a spoon and a milk frother, is using.

Step 1 – Brew your coffee. If you are using espresso, make a shot of espresso. If you are using coffee, brew or warm up a good strong coffee. Pour your hot coffee in your mug.

Step 2 – Add your sweetener. If you are using marshmallow fluff, add it to the mug after your coffee. Stir to combine. You can also use your favorite sugar or not sweetener at all.

Step 3 – Add your oat milk. You have a few options here for your latte. You can simply add in your cold oat milk or oat milk creamer to your hot coffee.

If you want a true latte, warm up your milk in a heavy bottomed pot over the stove. Pour the hot milk into your mug of coffee. You can also froth your warmed milk before adding it to your cup. Any of these options work and produce a great oat milk latte.

Step 4 – Optional toppings. If you’d like, add whipped cream and half an oatmeal cream pie to your latte. You can even crumble a bit of the oatmeal cream pie on top. This is totally optional but makes for a super fancy latte!

Other DIY coffees to try

My favorite thing to do is create new coffee recipes to try at home. I love a good coffee, but I love being able to enjoy it more than once and for a fraction of the cost. Here are some of my favorite DIY coffee drinks that you should try!

Iced white chocolate mocha – This is the most popular coffee recipe on my whole site! It’s super easy to make, especially once you’ve made a batch of white chocolate sauce.

Vanilla latte – A classic coffee drink that is super easy to make at home! You only need a few ingredients to make this frothy latte.

Cinnamon dolce latte – Cinnamon dolce lattes are my favorite drink to grab at Starbucks. Once I learned how to make copycat cinnamon dolce syrup, I have been able to make them at home for half the price!

Oat Milk Latte

Yield: 1 coffee

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Additional Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

How to make a frothy and delicious oat milk latte with a twist!

Ingredients

1 cup hot, strong coffee or 1 shot of espresso
1 tablespoon marshmallow fluff or sweetener of choice
1/4 cup oat milk or oat milk creamer
whipped cream, optional
oatmeal cream pie, optional

Instructions

Brew your coffee or espresso and add it to your mug of choice.
Mix in your marshmallow fluff or sweetener of choice. If using sweetened oat creamer, omit. Mix sweetener into hot coffee.
Warm milk in a heavy bottomed pan and use a milk frother to froth the oat milk. Pour over coffee mixture.
Add whipped cream and oatmeal cream pie, if using.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 248Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 199mgCarbohydrates: 37gFiber: 1gSugar: 21gProtein: 2g

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Cherry Mocha Frappuccino-Starbucks Copycat

Kelley — Fri, 07 Aug 2020 19:27:19 +0000

I absolutely love Starbucks Frappuccinos, but if I went there every day, I would seriously break the bank. It’s about $5 a day for a Frap which is $35 per week, $140 a month, and $1680 per year. The best thing to do is to make your favorite copycat coffee drinks at home for a fraction of the cost. This cherry mocha frappuccino is super easy to make and saves you some serious moolah.

The more DIY coffee drinks I make at home, the more I realize there is almost an endless combination of flavors. When I first started trying Starbucks copycat drinks at home, I started with the most popular ones.

My first copycat drink was the iced chai latte because I was obsessed with them at the time. I wanted to stop in and grab one every day. Once I realized how easy they were to make, I cut down my coffee trips and set out to make more DIY coffee drinks at home.

What is a Cherry Frappuccino?

Just like a Frappuccino you would get at Starbucks, the Cherry Frappe is one you can make at home. It’s a combination of coffee or espresso, sweet flavorings, and topped with cherries. You are going to love it!

If you like Starbucks Frappuccinos, you will love this delicious Mocha Cherry Frappuccino. It’s just like your Mocha Frappe with a little cherry taste. But who doesn’t like chocolate and cherries?

How Much Money Will I Save Making My Own Coffee Drinks?

Like I said above, I could spend about $5 per day at Starbucks. Depending on what size drink you get, you the average is $3.43 to $4.43 per drink at Starbucks. However, there are some that are about $7 a piece if you have a more expensive taste.

With the averages, you are spending at the least $1,221 per year buying Starbucks. Being able to make drinks like this at home really adds up!

Cherry Mocha Frappuccino Ingredients

A cup of yogurt or ice cream
1 shot of espresso or 1/8 cup of strongly brewed coffee
1 tsp of cocoa powder
½ cup of pitted cherries
1 tsp of vanilla extract
Whipping cream and cherries to garnish

Yogurt or ice cream – The base of most frappuccinos is ice cream. You can use ice cream or to make it healthier you can use your favorite yogurt.

Espresso or coffee – You can use either a shot of espresso or 1/8 cup of strong coffee. Whichever you prefer!

Cocoa powder – Cocoa powder or even chocolate syrup can be used here.

Cherries – Fresh or frozen cherries work here. If frozen, allow to thaw slightly before using.

Whipped cream – Store bought or homemade whipped cream are perfect for this copycat recipe.

How to Make a Cherry Mocha Frappuccino

Instead of waiting in line at the Starbucks for 10-minutes to spend your hard earned money, you can easily whip this Frappe up in just a few minutes. All you need is a blender. Here’s what you do:

1.Place ingredients into a blender and blend

2.Garnish with whipping cream and a cherry

Other Starbucks Copycat Drinks

This Cherry Mocha Frappuccino is a Starbucks copycat. If you really like Starbucks, but are really tired of spending money on it, you can make all your favorite drinks right at home. In fact, we have several Starbucks copycat drinks that you will love. Check them out!

Cherry Mocha Frappuccino - Starbucks Copycat

Yield: 1 frappuccino

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

A chocolate-y cherry frappuccino that is easy to make!

Ingredients

A cup of yogurt or ice cream
1 shot of espresso or 1/8 cup of strongly brewed coffee
1 tsp of cocoa powder
½ cup of pitted cherries
1 tsp of vanilla extract
Whipping cream and cherries to garnish

Instructions

Place all ingredients in the blender except the whipped cream and extra cherries.
Blend until smooth or desired constitency reached.
Pour into a glass, top with whipped cream and a cherry.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 592Total Fat: 29gSaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 279mgCarbohydrates: 63gFiber: 3gSugar: 56gProtein: 19g

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Raspberry Whipped Coffee

Kelley — Fri, 22 May 2020 15:15:22 +0000

I’m sure by now you have seen the social media famous whipped coffee. It’s instant coffee, sugar and hot water that is whipped for a few minutes to make gloriously fluffy coffee that goes over milk. This chocolate raspberry whipped coffee is similar to the famous TikTok version but it’s made with heavy cream and fresh raspberries. It’s a fun treat that every coffee drinker will love. Let me show you how to make this DIY coffee drink today!

Give me all the whipped coffee! As soon as I saw whipped coffee, I knew I had to try it. I made my own whipped (or fluffy) coffee and was obsessed. It’s easy to make and is a fun twist in classic iced or cold brew coffee.

Since then I’ve made a vanilla flavored whipped coffee and a mocha whipped coffee and they are just as awesome. It’s easy to make a flavored version of the now classic whipped coffee. Well, I’ve kicked it up a notch and made a chocolate raspberry whipped coffee!

What is chocolate raspberry whipped coffee?

Unlike regular whipped coffee, this chocolate raspberry version doesn’t use instant coffee and isn’t placed over milk. Instead, this flavored version uses whipped cream and raspberries to make a fluffy whipped topping for over fresh brewed coffee. It’s almost a reverse whipped coffee!

The fun thing is that once you master this raspberry whipped coffee, you can do easily do other flavors. Strawberry, blueberry or blackberry whipped coffee would be delicious!

Raspberry whipped coffee ingredients

To make this diy coffee drink you will need:

Heavy cream
Frozen raspberries
Coffee
Raspberry syrup
Chocolate sauce

Heavy cream – The heavy cream is what you use to make the fluffy topping for this coffee. You can also use cool whip here but I don’t suggest using something like Reddiwhip.

Raspberries – You can use fresh or frozen raspberries here.

Coffee – You are going to want a nice mild coffee for this recipe. I suggest a light roast, but use whatever you have on hand. Here is a great guide on the types of coffee to choose from. You can also use instant coffee or a shot of espresso.

Raspberry syrup – The raspberry syrup is added to the coffee to sweeten it and give it a nice fruity flavor. I suggest a syrup like Torani raspberry or you can attempt to make your own.

Chocolate syrup – The chocolate is added to the coffee and is used as a topping. I love homemade chocolate sauce in my coffee, but Hershey’s works just as good!

How to make raspberry whipped coffee

Step 1: Brew your coffee and set it aside.

Step 2: In a cold bowl, whip the heavy cream and sugar until soft peaks form.

Step 3: Smash the Raspberries, and fold them into the whipped cream. Place the whipped cream in the refrigerator.

Step 4: Place ice cubes, or crushed ice in the coffee mugs, and pour the coffee over the ice, and add a teaspoon of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of Raspberry syrup to each cup, and stir.

Step 5: Add your milk or cream to the coffee and then the chocolate syrup to each cup, and stir.

Step 6: Place a heaping amount of the Raspberry whipped cream on top of each cup of coffee, and drizzle with more chocolate syrup. Serve, and Enjoy!

Note this recipe makes 2 cups of whipped coffee. Feel free to adjust up or down.

Other flavored whipped coffee varieties

Whipped coffee is a fun way to enjoy your daily dose of coffee. You can always have plain whipped coffee, or try a fun flavored version.

How to store leftovers

If you have leftover raspberry whipped topping, you can store it in an airtight container in your fridge. It should keep for up to 3 days, if store properly.

Raspberry whipped coffee

Yield: 2 coffee drinks

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

1 cup of heavy cream
1/2 cup of frozen raspberries
2 tablespoons sugar
2 cups of prepared coffee
2-4 teaspoons of Raspberry syrup
2 Tablespoons Hershey's chocolate syrup plus more for topping

Instructions

Brew 2 cups of strong coffee, and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, place the heavy cream, and the sugar. Mix on high speed, until the cream becomes thick, and forms stiff peaks. About 5 minutes.
Smash the Raspberries, and fold them into the whipped cream. Place the whipped cream in the refrigerator.
Place ice cubes, or crushed ice in the coffee mugs, and pour the coffee over the ice, add 1-2 teaspoons of Raspberry syrup to each cup, and stir.
Add 1 Tablespoon of Hershey's chocolate syrup to each cup, and stir. Pour in your milk and give a final stir.
Place a heaping amount of the Raspberry whipped cream on top of each cup of coffee, and drizzle with more chocolate syrup.
Serve, and Enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 646Total Fat: 44gSaturated Fat: 28gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 134mgSodium: 76mgCarbohydrates: 63gFiber: 4gSugar: 45gProtein: 5g

more coffee to try

Love coffee? Me too. Here are some more coffee recipes to try!

Honey Latte

How to make a honey latte at home! An easy DIY coffee recipe that you are sure to love.

White chocolate vanilla latte

Make this white chocolate vanilla latte at home! It's sure to warm you right up.

Cookies and cream latte

You will love this decadent cookies and cream latte!

Chestnut Praline Latte

Make this copycat chestnut praline latte at home! Homemade and semi-homemade versions below.

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DIY Starbucks Drinks

Kelley — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 04:00:54 +0000

We all love making a Starbucks run and grabbing our favorite coffee drink. But sometimes we either can’t make it out or don’t want to spend the extra money. No worries! Let me show you how to make your favorite DIY Starbucks drinks at home.

We all love a good coffee but sometimes we aren’t able to get out of the house to get one. NO WORRY! You can make your own Starbucks drinks at home. You just need a few ingredients per coffee to make a coffee house quality coffee.

The good news is that you don’t need any fancy equipment or expensive products to make a high-quality coffee at home. I should know – I have spent YEARS making copycat coffee house drinks at home.

The first few years was because I was a new stay at home mom of 2 under 2 and couldn’t afford fancy pants drinks. Nor was it fun to wrestle two kids in the car just for a coffee run.

Now I make DIY Starbucks drinks because I have most of the ingredients on hand and I love sharing how to save time/money by making them at home. In fact, once you have all the basics, making Starbucks drinks at home is easy and becomes second natural.

To make your own coffeehouse drinks, I will cover:

coffee
equipment
flavors

Let’s get started!

Start with coffee

I also suggest that you use a good quality coffee when making a Starbucks drink at home. Heck, even use the Starbucks brand coffee if you’d like.

But do not use the cheapest coffee you can find. Your drink will end up not tasting the best. Brands like Folgers and Maxwell House will not give you the flavor you have come to expect from a coffeehouse drink.

Coffee brands that I would recommend are Starbucks, Peets, Caribou, Death Wish and Black Rifle. These are good quality coffees that make brew great copycat drinks at home.

The disclaimer to this is to use whatever coffee you already have on hand first. Don’t run out and buy the most expensive coffee to experiment with. Use what you have at home and then maybe upgrade to a better quality coffee.

Coffee equipment

Another great thing about making your coffee at home is that you don’t have to use any special equipment. In fact, a coffee maker is the most important part of making homemade Starbucks drinks. (Unless you’re making cold brew!)

An espresso machine, while a great addition to any coffee lovers kitchen, is not an essential piece of making fancy drinks at home. It would be nice and give you a richer flavor, but all you need is a basic coffee maker.

Another fun piece of coffee equipment would be a milk frother. Again, this is not a necessity, but it does add a nice touch to be able to froth your milk. You can buy a small handheld milk frother or opt for a nicer electronic one.

Other things that you will need to make DIY Starbucks coffee at home would be:

coffee mugs
spoons
measuring cups and spoons

Coffee syrups and flavors

Coffee syrups and flavors are really what take a plain coffee and make it coffeehouse quality. There are flavors for any type of coffee that you want to make. I’m going to share some of my favorites and the ones that are best to have on hand to make DIY Starbucks drinks.

Best basic syrups to have

You can also try your hand at making homemade coffee syrups as well. This would make your DIY coffee even more hand crafted and delicious.

Coffee syrups are really just flavored simple syrups. So to make them you need to use equal parts sugar to water and about a teaspoon of flavor.

For example, a basic vanilla syrup would be:

1 cup water
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Mix everything together in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Allow to simmer for about 5 minutes and remove from stove.

Some of my favorite DIY coffee syrups are:

How to make DIY Starbucks at home

Now that you have your coffee and syrups, you can make your own Starbuck-esque drinks at home.

Start with something like a vanilla or caramel latte. These are two easy drinks that combine the basic syrups, coffee and milk together.

Now a “true latte” uses espresso, steamed milk and milk foam. You can do all this if you’d like but a basic latte would be coffee, syrup and warmed milk.

Try making my basic vanilla latte that just combined the ingredients and work your way up to heated milk and frothy milk foam. You may realize that you like the basic version just as much as the fancy-i-fied one.

Other DIY Starbucks Drinks to try:

Iced cinnamon dolce latte
White chocolate mocha
Double chocolate chip frappuccino (you need a blender for this one.)
Spiced cold brew coffee
Peppermint mocha
Pumpkin spice latte
Chestnut praline latte

Non-coffee DIY Starbucks drinks

You can also try your hand at other non-coffee drinks that Starbucks has to offer. It’s always cheaper and more nutritious to make these at home. My favorite non-coffee treats are:

DIY Starbucks food

Another thing you can try out is making your favorite Starbucks food items at home. Once you realize how easy they are to make, you may never their order food again.

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Caramel Brulee Latte

Kelley — Tue, 28 Jan 2020 07:05:37 +0000

Nothing beats a fancy sounding coffee that you can easily make at home! This caramel brulee latte is a Starbucks copycat drink that is easy to make in the comfort of your home. No more running to the coffee shop to get your fix! I have the best caramel brulee latte recipe to share with you.

You know, I hate to admit it, but I’m the type of person that every time a new coffee comes out I have to try it. I’m not like that with other things – I normally wait to see how other people react to new things. But coffee? Oh I’m the first in line to try a new coffee.

Of course when Starbucks came out with caramel brulee latte, I was right up there in line with all the other coffee lovers.

No shame in my coffee game.

What is the caramel brulee latte?

The caramel brulee latte is an espresso based drink that is full of caramel deliciousness. It is normally released in the fall and carried at Starbucks until the spring. It starts with espresso or hot coffee, caramel brulee sauce, milk and then is topped with whipped cream and a caramel brulee crumble.

Sounds pretty perfect, right? Let me show you how to make it at home and save some dough.

Caramel brulee ingredients

The best part about this diy coffee drink is that there aren’t too many ingredients and it’s easy to make. To make this caramel brulee latte you will need:

Espresso or strong coffee
Caramel brulee sauce
Milk
Whipped cream
Sugar
Salt

Coffee – You have a few options when it comes to the type of coffee you use for this drink. Espresso is preferred but any strong coffee will do. I suggest a a smooth, dark roast here but any coffee will do. Don’t buy new coffee just for this drink! Use what you have in the house.

Caramel brulee sauce – The key to this drink is the caramel brulee sauce! The caramel brulee sauce that I use is a combination of two different syrups. I use Torani caramel plus Torani French vanilla. You can also try out this caramel brulee syrup as well. (I like to combine the two because the two sauces can be used in other drinks like my vanilla latte or caramel macchiato.)

Milk – You can use any kind of milk that you prefer or have on hand. If you are wanting to make this dairy-free, use an unsweetened almond or coconut milk.

Whipped cream – You can use any whipped cream you’d like here. Homemade, store bought or dairy-free! The whipped cream is optional but oh so delicious.

How to make a caramel brulee latte at home

Once you have gathered all your ingredients you should also grab:

a coffee mug
spoon
cookie sheet
parchment paper
spatula

Step 1 – While you are brewing your coffee or espresso, start by making the sugar crumble that goes on top of the coffee. This is optional but it gives the coffee an extra special touch a nice crunch.

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Spread the sugar onto the parchment paper and sprinkle the salt over top. Mix to combine using a spatula.

Pro tip – Take your piece of parchment paper and crumble it into a ball. Then pull it smooth again and lay it on the cookie sheet. This will stop the parchment paper from flipping up on the sides and burning.

Step 2 – Bake the sugar/salt mixture making sure to watch it very carefully! The sugar can burn really quickly so you are going to want to flip it at least once and remove it when parts start to turn golden brown. Allow to cool and then break into pieces.

Step 3 – It’s time to make your latte! Start by pour your syrup/s into the bottom of a coffee mug. Next pour in your hot coffee or espresso and stir to combine.

The milk comes next and you have a few options here. You can just pour in the cold milk and stir it all together. You can warm up your milk and add it in. Or you can steam and froth your milk in true latte fashion before adding it to your coffee.

If you choose to steam and froth your milk you can use a milk steamer or heat the milk on the stove top and use a hand held frother.

Step 4 – Top with whipped cream and the homemade caramel brulee crumble.

Other DIY Starbucks coffee drinks

As much as I enjoy grabbing a coffee from the ‘bucks, I love making copycat versions at home even more. My favorite Starbucks copycat drink recipes are:

Caramel brulee latte recipe:

Caramel brulee latte

Yield: 1 drink

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

This copycat coffee recipe is impossibly easy to make and full of caramel brulee goodness.

Ingredients

1 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon caramel sauce
1 tablespoon French vanilla syrup
1 cup of hot coffee or 2 shots of espresso
1 cup milk of choice
whipped cream

Instructions

Make the sugar crumble - preheat the oven to 450 degrees and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
Spread the sugar over the parchment paper and sprinklr the salt on top. Mix with a spatula to combine.
Cook the sugar in the oven making sure to watch it carefully! Once it starts to brown it can burn fast so stay near by and toss the sugar at least once.
Once it's golden brown remove from the oven, allow to cool and break into pieces.
Assemble the coffee - brew your coffee or espresso. Start by adding the caramel sauce and syrup to a mug. Pour the hot coffee over top and stir to combine.
Add your milk (see notes above on milk options) and top with whipped cream.
Sprinkle the crumble over the whipped cream and enjoy!

Notes

See notes above on how to make this dairy-free.

See notes on how to steam/froth your milk above.

Iced caramel brulee latte

Love this recipe but wish it was iced? No problem! Skip the hot coffee and use cold brew coffee instead. Add ice and enjoy! You can also use day old coffee or allow your hot coffee to cool.

More coffee recipes to try

more coffee to try

Love coffee? Me too. Here are some more coffee recipes to try!

Honey Latte

How to make a honey latte at home! An easy DIY coffee recipe that you are sure to love.

White chocolate vanilla latte

Make this white chocolate vanilla latte at home! It's sure to warm you right up.

Cookies and cream latte

You will love this decadent cookies and cream latte!

Chestnut Praline Latte

Make this copycat chestnut praline latte at home! Homemade and semi-homemade versions below.

Be sure to PIN this recipe!

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Salted Caramel Latte

Kelley — Thu, 19 Sep 2019 03:00:59 +0000

Love a little salty/sweet combo? My salted caramel latte is the fix! It’s the perfection combination of salty and sweet and oh so delicious. Let me show you how to make this copycat coffee house recipe at home.

Oh it’s no secret that I am a big fan of a good coffee. I have been making and sharing coffee recipes here for yearrrrs. What may be a secret is that I love a good salty/sweet combo. There is just something so enjoyable about being able to satisfy two cravings in one.

Well, make that three cravings in one if you count my love of all things coffee. Coffee + salty + sweet = perfection.

Salted Caramel Latte

Salted caramel seemed to appear out of where a few years ago. I remember trying it and thinking “yup, I love this.” You just can’t beat the sweet caramel flavor topped with salt. I keep thinking I need to make homemade salted caramel candies, but I’m sure I would end up eating them all.

No, I don’t have much self control around sweets.

But I debated calling this homemade coffee drink a salted caramel mocha since I use chocolate sauce in the recipe. It can really be considered a mocha latte since it combines aspects of both drinks. (You can check out my white chocolate mocha for a true mocha drink recipe.)

Easy Salted Caramel Latte Ingredients

To make this salted caramel latte at home you will need:

coffee
milk
salted caramel sauce
chocolate syrup
whipped cream
caramel candy

I always suggest using a good quality coffee for any homemade coffee drinks. You will end up with a better tasting drink if you use a better quality coffee. A medium or a medium-dark roast would be great here. You can check out the different roasts of coffee in this post.

You can use any type of milk that you prefer for this recipe. If you are dairy-free, you can sub almond or coconut milk here.

You will need two types of syrups – salted caramel and chocolate. I love the Torani brand salted caramel syrup and always seem to have a bottle in my cabinet. You can also use regular caramel syrup (or even sugar free) and add a sprinkle salt to the whipped cream.

Any kind of chocolate sauce or syrup work. I love homemade chocolate sauce, but Hershey’s or Ghiradelli are good too.

Last, but not least, you may want to grab a caramel candy to top your coffee. This is optional and not something I would do every time I make this salted caramel latte, but it’s fun to add every once in a while. I love these Sanders salted caramel chocolates.

How to Make a Salted Caramel Latte

The best part of this easy latte is that once you have all your ingredients, it’s super fast to put together.

Start by placing your salted caramel syrup and chocolate sauce in a mug or cup. Then pour your hot coffee (or espresso) over the syrups and stir to combine.

Add in your milk, top with whipped cream and your candy bar if you are using them. This recipe makes one salted caramel latte but feel free to double or triple it.

Iced Salted Caramel Latte

This recipe is for a hot salted caramel latte but you can easily make this an iced version. Instead of hot coffee, use either cold coffee or cold brew coffee. The other steps remain the same. You can add ice in your iced salted caramel latte too.

Salted Caramel Latte

Yield: 1 coffee

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

A perfectly sweet and salty combo turned into coffee.

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons of salted caramel sauce
1 Tablespoons of chocolate syrup
1 cup of coffee
1/2 cup of milk
Whipped cream
Salted caramel candy bar (cut into small wedges)

Instructions

Place the two syrups in the bottom of a mug or cup.
Add in the hot coffee and stir to combine the syrups.
Pour in the milk and stir.
Add your whipped cream and candy bar pieces, optional.

Notes

Makes 1 coffee drink.

7 Starbucks secret menu drinks

Kelley — Tue, 21 May 2019 15:21:45 +0000

Looking for something new at Starbucks? Tired of the same drinks you’ve been ordering? Maybe it’s time to order something not on the menu. Check out these secret coffee house drink recipes!

You may have heard someone talking about the “purple drink” or maybe you’ve seen the “pink drink” on Instagram.

Have you wondered how to get one? It all seems so secretive.

Not anymore, now it’s simple! The key to getting these off menu items is knowing what to tell your barista when you order them.

Here are 7 secret Starbucks off menu items for you to try out! (And since I LOVE diy coffee drinks, I’m sharing how to make them at home as well!)

1. The Pink Drink

The pink drink has dominated Instagram as a popular summer drink and so pretty, too.

To order the pink drink, simply ask for a Strawberry Acai Refresher.

Ask the barista to make it with Coconut milk (instead of water) and add a few scoops of strawberries, blackberries, or both for extra yum!

You can also make the pink drink at home with a few common ingredients! I break down how to make this copycat coffee drink at home on the cheap.

Want a lower calorie version? Try the KETO PINK DRINK! It comes in at 4 carbs for the whole thing.

2. The Purple Drink

Just after the pink drink, the purple drink also gained instant popularity.

The purple drink is actually Passion Iced Tea made with Soymilk, vanilla syrup, and scoops of blackberries.

Try to have it with Coconut milk if you want a lighter lavender shade.

Don’t worry – you can make this drink at home too! If you have passion tea on hand, you are half way there. Check out how to make the purple drink at home!

3. The Green Drink

Colored drinks are sought after and the green drink, not quite as pretty as its counterparts, is not just your ordinary iced green tea latte.

To order the green drink, ask for an iced black tea made with coconut milk then, add some matcha powder. Matcha powder turns the drink a vibrant green and the coconut milk tones it down a bit.

A few more colors and you’ll have a rainbow of drinks to try at the coffee shop or make at home! This one is easy to make at home as well once you have matcha powder, green tea and coconut milk on hand. Here is an easy recipe on how to make the green drink at home.

4. Raspberry Caramel Macchiato

If you’re a fan of colored delicious drinks, this one is another charmer. I would never think to put the two flavors together, but they work so well!

Simply order a regular Caramel Macchiato and ask for raspberry syrup instead of vanilla.

Do that and you’ll experience a completely different taste! You can also try this drink as an iced caramel macchiato with raspberry or even as a frappuccino!

5. Mermaid Frappuccino

Enough with the colored drinks, now let’s get to the mythical characters.

For this one, get a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino, add freeze-dried whole blackberries, top with whipped cream and additional drizzle or matcha powder.

After that, line the cup with green mixed drizzle. You can probably ask the barista for a mermaid frappuccino and they will know what you are talking about. It has become a very popular drink recently!

6. Cinnamon Dolce Smoothie

Craving for a smoothie? The Cinnamon Dolce Smoothie is definitely a great choice!

You can get it by ordering a Chocolate smoothie and asking for Cinnamon Dolce syrup. Add 3 scoops of vanilla bean and you’re good to go!

This is very similar to a horchata frappuccino and a cinnamon dolce latte. If you have homemade cinnamon dolce syrup on hand, this secret menu drink is super easy to make at home!

7. Passion Coldbuster Tea

Last but definitely not the least on our list is the Passion Coldbuster Tea. If you’re sick and you need some TLC, this tea is definitely worth every penny.

Simply order a Venti tea with a bag of Passion Tango tea and one bag of Emperor’s cloud and mist.

Get a half steamed lemonade and half boiling water. Add a bit of honey and you’ve got yourself a drink to make you feel better. It’s said to help with sore throat and sinus issues.

DIY coffee drinks

There you have it! The next time you head to Starbucks, you’ll have a whole new arsenal of drinks to try. And since I love DIY coffee drinks that you can make at home, check out these other great Starbucks copycats:

Iced white chocolate mocha

Iced chai latte

Pumpkin spice latte

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