Gingerbread Spiced Mocha
A warm and comforting drink combining the rich flavors of espresso and cocoa with ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 shot espresso (or 1/3 cup strong brewed coffee)
- 1 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp sugar (or sweetener of choice)
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- A pinch of ground nutmeg
- Whipped cream for topping (optional)
- Gingerbread cookie or chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Brew the espresso and pour it into your favorite holiday mug.
- Heat the milk until steaming in a small saucepan over low heat. Do not let it boil.
- Whisk the cocoa powder, sugar, ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg into the steaming milk until smooth and creamy.
- Slowly pour the spiced chocolate milk over the brewed espresso in the mug.
- Top with whipped cream for an indulgent touch if desired.
- Garnish with a small gingerbread cookie or a sprinkle of chocolate shavings for a festive finish.
- Hold the mug, sip, and savor the chocolatey, spiced warmth of the holidays!
Notes
Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to two days. Reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: gingerbread, mocha, coffee, holiday drink, festive beverage
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