Homemade Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer
If you love festive coffee drinks during the holiday season, this Homemade Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer is such an easy recipe to keep in the fridge. It's rich, creamy, chocolatey, and has just the right amount of peppermint for that classic coffeehouse flavor at home. I love making a batch when I want something special for my morning coffee without spending extra on store-bought creamer.
Making your own coffee creamer at home is also a great way to control the ingredients and adjust the flavor exactly how you like it. This version is smooth, simple, and perfect for both hot coffee and iced coffee during the holidays.
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Quick Look: Homemade Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer
- 👌 Difficulty: Easy
- ⏱ Prep Time: 10 minutes
- 🔥 Cook Time: 5 minutes
- ❄️ Chill Time: 30 minutes
- ⏳ Total Time: 45 minutes
- ☕ Servings: 10
- ⚡ Calories: 154 calories per serving per ¼ cup serving
- 🍫 Flavor Profile: Rich, creamy, chocolatey, minty, and sweet
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Why You Should Make Your Own Coffee Creamer
Making your own coffee creamer at home is such an easy way to add extra flavor to your morning coffee without relying on store-bought bottles.
- You control the ingredients and can skip the extra fillers often found in store-bought creamers.
- It tastes fresh and homemade, with a richer chocolate flavor and a more natural peppermint taste.
- It is easy to customize depending on how sweet, minty, or creamy you like your coffee.
- It can save money compared to buying specialty flavored creamers.
- It is perfect for the holiday season and makes everyday coffee feel a little more special.
Key Ingredients
- Sweetened condensed milk: Adds sweetness and makes the creamer rich and creamy.
- Whole milk: Creates a smooth, pourable texture.
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: Brings in the chocolate flavor for the mocha taste.
- Peppermint extract: Adds the classic cool peppermint flavor.
How to Make Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer
You can make this peppermint mocha creamer on the stovetop, in a blender, or with an electric whisk, depending on what works best for you. The saucepan method gives the smoothest texture, but the blender and whisk methods are quick and easy shortcuts.
Step 1
Add the milk, sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and peppermint extract to a quart-sized jar or blender. If using a blender, blend until smooth and creamy. If using an electric whisk, whisk in the jar until the cocoa powder is dissolved.
Step 2
Refrigerate until chilled, then shake well before serving with your favorite coffee!
Saucepan Method
- Pour the milk into a small saucepan and warm over low heat until hot, but not boiling.
- Whisk in the cocoa powder until smooth.
- Add the sweetened condensed milk and whisk until fully combined.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the peppermint extract.
- Let the creamer cool slightly, then pour it into a jar or an airtight container.
- Refrigerate until chilled, then shake or stir before serving.
Expert Tips
- Use unsweetened cocoa powder for the best chocolate flavor.
- The saucepan method gives the smoothest, most reliable texture.
- The blender and electric whisk methods are great no-cook shortcuts.
- Shake before serving since homemade creamer may separate slightly in the refrigerator.
- Taste it after chilling because the peppermint flavor can become stronger once cold.
FAQs
The saucepan method usually gives the smoothest texture, but the blender and electric whisk method is a great shortcut and still works well.
Yes. Half-and-half will make the creamer richer and creamier.
Use unsweetened cocoa powder for the best flavor and texture.
Store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 to 7 days in a sealed jar or container.
Homemade coffee creamer lacks emulsifiers. Just shake or stir it well before pouring it into your coffee.
Yes, this creamer works well in both hot coffee and iced coffee.
Storage
Store this homemade peppermint mocha coffee creamer in an airtight jar or container in the refrigerator for up to 5 to 7 days. Shake well before each use.
If you try this Homemade Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer, I'd love for you to leave a 🌟 rating and comment below. It's such a fun little recipe for the holiday season, and it makes everyday coffee feel extra special.
Homemade Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer
Ingredients
- 1 14 oz. Can Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 1-½ cups Whole Milk
- 3 tablespoons Cocoa Powder
- 1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract
Instructions
For the saucepan method:
- Warm the milk in a small saucepan over low heat until hot but not boiling.
- Whisk in the cocoa powder until smooth.
- Add the sweetened condensed milk and whisk until fully combined.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the peppermint extract.
- Pour the creamer into a jar or an airtight container.
- Refrigerate until chilled and shake or stir before serving in coffee.
For the blender method:
- Add the milk, sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and peppermint extract to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour the creamer into a jar or airtight container. Refrigerate until chilled and shake or stir before serving in coffee.
For the electric whisk method:
- Add the milk, sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and peppermint extract to a quart sized jar and whisk until cocoa powder is dissolved.
- Refrigerate until chilled and shake or stir before serving in coffee.
Notes
- Saucepan method = smoothest texture.
- Blender or electric whisk method = easiest no-cook option.
- For less peppermint flavor, start with ½ teaspoon and add more if desired.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 to 7 days.
- Shake before each use.
I've tried several homemade recipes, but I'm struggling with a bitter taste and something that I can't pinpoint that settles on the back of my tongue .. can someone help me with a tweek? I adore the store bought non-dairy peppermint mocha creamer, but trying to go a little healthier...
Can’t wait to try this. For vanilla creamer, use 1 can sweetened condensed milk, 1 can measurement of half and half, 1 can measurement of whole milk and 4 tablespoons imitation vanilla extract. I mix all together and refill the large coffee mate vanilla creamer bottle. Flavored creamers are close to $5 now and you can make the same amount for much less
Is the cocoa powder sweetened or unsweetened?
I used your measurements but I was trying to have the least amount of fat and sugar…. I used keto milk, cocoa, artificial sweetener, and peppermint extract…I was ingesting over 50 grams of sugar with store bought creamer…now it will be under 5👏👏👏
I found it easier to put in my ninja blender. I also used unsweetened vanilla almond milk instead of whole milk
I also used Hershey's dark chocolate cocoa powder
I found it easier to put in my ninja blender
Can you use chocolate flavored condensed milk in this recipe?
How long do you think this will keep in the fridge??
I would think it should be fine for a week.
Thanks for stopping by Kelly!
how much sweetened condensed milk did you use?
1 14oz can
My husband and I almost always use creamer in our coffee, but I try to avoid the chemical laden, no real dairy in site, store bought creamers. I love these flavors for the winter months, so cozy!
Peppermint Mocha is my favorite!! I am so happy you posted this, I will be making this tomorrow!!
Victoria
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