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Skinny Peppermint Mocha {GF, Low Cal, Paleo, Vegan}

December 12, 2014

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A warm, holiday Skinny Peppermint Mocha laden with mint and chocolate. A favorite Starbucks re-creation that’s gracious to your waistline and costs less money too! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Paleo + Vegan

Skinny Peppermint Mocha

Happy Happy Friday Dearies! I’m so glad it’s Friday. I’m feeling a little stressed because I have no Christmas shopping done. My parents finalized this week their plans to visit AZ over the holidays. We weren’t sure if holiday celebrations would happen.

We’ve had a lot going on this year and I was sort of wanting to ignore the holidays.  Now that they’re coming, I’m glad but I gotta boogie and get organized. It’s been a long week and my head hurts. I need more caffeine to make me happy.

Every time I type the word “happy” it reminds me of that song “Happy” from Despicable Me 2. That song has been overplayed so much I can hardly stand hearing it anymore. It such a snappy song. Every time I see or hear the word “happy” the song automatically plays in my head.

I can’t wait for a new song to take over because that one makes me anything but happy. Something that does make me happy. A Starbucks skinny peppermint mocha.

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I used to be a mocha-holic. Seriously they were a staple in my diet for years. The holiday peppermint mochas are my absolute favorite. It wasn’t until I started losing weight that I realized how many zillion calories were in them though.

To meet my weight loss goals, I couldn’t continue drinking them every single day.  So we broke up. Well not technically. I gave them up temporarily until I lost weight and now have them in moderation and on special occasions.

Every year I treat myself to a peppermint mocha on my birthday with my birthday reward from my Starbucks app. That’s when they make their appearance along with the holiday red cups. But for some reason it didn’t happen this year.

Maybe because it was too hot in the desert a few weeks ago to even think about one or maybe I was in too much pain to want anything but to saw my foot off.  That probably would’ve hurt more though.

Skinny Peppermint Mocha

I finally got my birthday peppermint mocha last weekend when I was at Starbucks catching up on blog work. I’ve been hanging out at Starbucks on the weekends a lot lately.

Mostly to get myself out of the house and focus on getting work done vs being so scattered here and there at my house. I swear adult ADD is real. It forces me to put a time limit on my work and I need boundaries right now.

It’s become my new thing. This weekend when I was doing my Starbucks thing, it dawned on me that I should try to make my own skinny peppermint mocha. I can make almost anything so why not a fancy coffee? Probably for less calories too.

So I got to work and made my own fancy peppermint mocha and for 1/3 of the calories too. The steam off -> a Starbucks tall skinny peppermint mocha will set you back 100 calories. Mine is just 30 calories (as long as you don’t get crazy with toppings).

Skinny Peppermint Mocha

I’m really proud of myself with this creation. You have no idea what it’s like to go without something you love for so long only to find a healthier substitution for it that won’t cost you your waistline. Trust me on this one.

This tastes exactly like a Starbucks peppermint mocha, but without the calories or cost. Now it does take a few extra minutes to make, but it’s actually quite easy and you don’t need any fancy coffee making equipment.

Just brew your favorite coffee (I used Starbucks mocha flavored coffee), warm a little almond milk, peppermint extract and cocoa powder on the stove, blend the milk mixture a few minutes, then add to your coffee and you have yourself a little peppermint mocha-chino.

Now that I discovered just how easy it is to make this I will be whipping it up all winter long. Just call me barista Megan.

Skinny Peppermint Mocha

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Skinny Peppermint Mocha

A warm, holiday Skinny Peppermint Mocha laden with mint and chocolate. A favorite Starbucks re-creation that’s gracious to your waistline & costs less money too! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Paleo + Vegan

Author Skinny Fitalicious
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Calories 38 kcal
5 from 1 vote
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Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup black coffee brewed, medium roast or coffee of choice
  • 2/3 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 packet stevia or sweetener of choice
  • 1/8 tsp peppermint extract

Toppings (optional)

  • Reddiwip use coconut for dairy free
  • Cacao bites
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  1. Brew coffee, I used leftover coffee that I stored overnight in the refrigerator and warmed in the microwave.

  2. In a small pot, combine milk, cocoa, stevia and peppermint extract.

  3. Bring to medium heat for 2-3 minutes until cocoa powder dissolves and liquid becomes bubbly.

  4. Pour into a large coffee cup with the coffe then use a handheld foamer to blend until it becomes frothy and foamy. Add additional toppings as desired and enoy.

Recipe Notes

  • This low calorie peppermint mocha coffee creamer recipe is also easy to make ahead, store in the refrigerator and pour over warm coffee. 
  • My Amazon shop has more products similar to those used for this recipe and that I recommend to my nutrition clients.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword coffee, dairy free, gluten free, lightened up, low calorie, mocha, peppermint, Starbucks, vegan
Nutrition facts per serving (1serving)
Calories 38 kcal
Fat 3 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 220 mg
Potassium 138 mg
Carbohydrates 4 g
Fiber 2 g
Sugar 1 g
Protein 2 g
Vitamin A 0 %
Vitamin C 0 %
Calcium 200 %
Iron 1 %

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Skinny Peppermint Mocha laden with mint and chocolate. A favorite Starbucks re-creation that's gracious to your waistline and costs less money too!

About Megan

Megan is a certified nutrition practitioner, author, freelance food photographer and fitness instructor living in Phoenix, Arizona. On her blog, Skinny Fitalicious she shares EASY, gluten free recipes for weight loss. Follow Megan on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram for the latest updates.

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  1. Julie @ Running in a Skirt says

    December 12, 2014 at 7:07 am

    What a great drink! Way to cut the calories! I’m going to try this! I have all the stuff here!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      December 12, 2014 at 10:01 am

      Thanks, hope you like it!

      Reply
  2. Elsie @ Sharing Healthiness says

    December 12, 2014 at 8:46 am

    This just looks so good! Too bad I don’t like chocolate so I might have to tweak the recipe and try with some cinnamon or nutmeg? Have a great weekend!!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      December 12, 2014 at 10:02 am

      You don’t like chocolate???

      Reply
  3. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says

    December 12, 2014 at 9:51 am

    I looooove this idea! I think I’ll use my java protein powder and make it a post-workout frapp!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      December 12, 2014 at 10:02 am

      Like that idea!

      Reply
  4. Jessica Joy @The Fit Switch says

    December 12, 2014 at 9:52 am

    BRAVO! I can’t wait to make this. Thank you so much. And, smart move creating your own substitution. This looks like the perfect accompaniment to a blogging session. And, you’re making me want to work at Starbucks this weekend. lol. So happy to find you through Jill’s link-up. Take care!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      December 12, 2014 at 10:05 am

      Hope you like it. Thanks for stopping by & happy we connected Jessica!

      Reply
  5. bridget says

    December 12, 2014 at 11:17 am

    seriously can’t wait to make this!!!!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      December 13, 2014 at 4:23 pm

      Hope you love it!

      Reply
  6. Thao @ In Good Flavor says

    December 12, 2014 at 11:56 am

    I never had peppermint mocha and this definitely makes me want to give it a try. It looks delicious. I like your use of Stevia as I use Stevia white powder to sweeten all my drinks.

    Reply
    • Megan says

      December 12, 2014 at 8:17 pm

      I prefer stevia over other substitutes. Hope you try it.

      Reply
  7. Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says

    December 12, 2014 at 1:08 pm

    This looks delicious! It would be a great after dinner treat. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      December 12, 2014 at 8:18 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  8. lindsay Cotter says

    December 12, 2014 at 1:29 pm

    i could go for one of those right about now. I need a boost and some chocolate. Love this version!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      December 13, 2014 at 4:23 pm

      Thanks, Lindsay!

      Reply
  9. GiGi Eats says

    December 12, 2014 at 8:42 pm

    DUMP THIS IN MY MOUTHHHHHH – Not the safest approach, but I am willing to risk a BURNT TONGUE!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      December 13, 2014 at 6:56 am

      Girl…that might hurt. Just saying!

      Reply
  10. jill conyers says

    December 13, 2014 at 2:21 am

    Yum! Make a favorite at home. I should have been doing this way before now 🙂 Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      December 13, 2014 at 4:24 pm

      At home is the best, finding the time is the trick.

      Reply
  11. Sara @ Lake Shore Runner says

    December 13, 2014 at 6:33 am

    I don’t drink Starbucks holiday drinks anymore either because I hate all the syrups and all the BAD things in them. I stick with my soy latte 🙂 I miss my peppermint mocha though – this will be nice to try once I get my Kuerig for Christmas!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      December 13, 2014 at 6:55 am

      You’re lucky to get a Kuerig. Hope you like the recipe!

      Reply
  12. Jessie says

    December 14, 2014 at 1:12 am

    I’m so excited for you that your family will be visiting this year. No holiday is complete without some type of family member present. Looking forward to hearing all about your time together 🙂

    Reply
    • Megan says

      December 14, 2014 at 6:16 pm

      Thx, they get here next weekend already. I’m so not ready either.

      Reply
  13. Annie Heiss says

    December 14, 2014 at 11:20 am

    Found your blog through Jill’s Friday blog link up! I am in love with this recipe idea. I’ve been using peppermint extract to make chocolate peppermint smoothies lately, but this sounds awesome. I have all the ingredients and plan to enjoy this tonight 🙂

    Reply
    • Megan says

      December 14, 2014 at 11:27 am

      Chocolate peppermint smoothie? Now that’s something I need. Thanks for stopping by, Annie! Hope you enjoy the mocha. It’s divine.

      Reply
  14. Anna @ Sunny Side Ups says

    December 18, 2014 at 7:46 pm

    What a fabulous idea! I am in love with peppermint mochas too, and I love how much you’ve slimmed down the drink, even from Starbuck’s skinny version! Awesome and delicious! 🙂

    Reply
    • Megan says

      December 19, 2014 at 9:20 am

      Thanks, Anna! Hope you get a chance to try it.

      Reply
  15. Jaren (Diary of a Recipe Collector) says

    December 19, 2014 at 7:32 am

    Love how you lightened up this treat! Thanks for linking up with us at SNF! Pinned to our party board!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      December 19, 2014 at 9:20 am

      Thanks and thank for hosting too!

      Reply
  16. Rebecca says

    November 18, 2016 at 12:36 pm

    Just made mine! It is absolutely delicious. If only I had whipped cream to go on top! I can’t wait to make a frappe next time!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      November 18, 2016 at 4:42 pm

      So glad! I’m thinking about turning this recipe into a cookie soon. 🙂

      Reply
  17. Caroline says

    November 4, 2017 at 2:32 pm

    Looks yummy can’t wait to try it!! I just spent five bucks on one at Starbucks. Any ideas on how to make a Frappuccino one. Thx!!!

    Reply
  18. Angela Johnson says

    October 17, 2019 at 9:34 am

    Thank you so much for this recipe! I am trying to cut back and thought I had to give up my peppermint mocha. You are a lifesaver.

    Reply

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