Mocha Mirage: A Decadent Mocha with Peppermint

If you love chocolate and coffee, you’re in for a treat. Today, I’m sharing how to make a Mocha Mirage.

It’s a rich and creamy mocha with a splash of chocolate syrup and a sprinkle of crushed peppermint. Perfect for a cozy day or impressing your friends!

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 cup of brewed espresso
• 2 tablespoons of chocolate syrup
• 1 cup of milk
• 1/4 teaspoon of crushed peppermint
• Whipped cream (optional)
• Extra chocolate syrup for drizzling (optional)

How To Make

1. Brew Your Espresso
   Start by brewing 1 cup of espresso. If you don’t have an espresso machine, strong coffee will work too.
2. Mix Chocolate Syrup
   In a large mug, add 2 tablespoons of chocolate syrup. Pour the hot espresso over it. Stir well to mix the syrup into the espresso.
3. Heat the Milk
   Pour 1 cup of milk into a small saucepan. Heat it on medium heat until it’s warm, but not boiling. Stir occasionally.
4. Froth the Milk
   If you have a milk frother, use it to froth the warm milk. If not, whisk it vigorously until it gets a bit frothy.
5. Combine Everything
   Pour the frothed milk into your mug with the espresso and chocolate syrup. Stir gently.
6. Add Peppermint
   Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of crushed peppermint on top. This adds a nice, refreshing kick.
7. Optional Toppings
   If you like, add a dollop of whipped cream on top and drizzle some extra chocolate syrup over it.

And that’s it! Your Mocha Mirage is ready to enjoy. It’s rich, creamy, and has just the right amount of peppermint to make it special. Enjoy!