Skinny Peppermint Mocha Latte Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (2024)

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Skinny Peppermint Mocha Latte Recipe - warm up with this low calorie version of popular winter coffee drink! You only need a few ingredients and less than 10 minutes to make it!

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'Tis the season for hot and sweet coffee drinks!

Being a huge coffee lover and a fan of all coffee drinks, the holiday season is my favorite because I get a free pass to make them as often as I want to. There are so many options, you could have a different one each day!


This is one of my favorite winter coffee drinks: the Peppermint Mocha Latte! It requires only 5 ingredients that most likely you have on hand and takes only a few minutes to prepare.

Brew up your coffee or make an espresso for a stronger drink. Make the milk and chocolate mixture, add peppermint extract and Sweet 'N Low sweetener and mix it all up. Dress up with a swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkle of crushed peppermint candy or holiday funfetti and enjoy! It doesn't get easier than that!

Use your favorite milk: 2%, low-fat, almond or soy. Use dark or semi-sweet chocolate.

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Skinny Peppermint Mocha Latte Recipe

Author: Anna

Perfectly creamy latte with chocolate and coffee and peppermint flavor.

5 from 13 votes

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 3 minutes mins

Total Time 8 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk I used 2% - see post for more options
  • ½ cup freshly brewed coffee or espresso for a stronger option
  • 5 Tablespoons squares dark chocolate or 4 semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ¾ teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 2 pkgs Sweet 'N Low sweetener
  • whipped cream optional, for garnish
  • sprinkles for garnish
  • crushed peppermint candy for garnish

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, heat up milk and chocolate, whisking constantly. Do not boil!

  • Remove from heat.

  • Add extract, Sweet 'N Low sweetener and coffee. Mix well.

  • Pour into serving mug.

  • Top with whipped cream.

  • Garnish with crushed candy cane or sprinkles.

  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 607kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 122mg | Potassium: 916mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 395IU | Calcium: 330mg | Iron: 8.9mg

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  1. Lin says

    Doesn't seem too skinny either 607 calories!

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  2. Amy says

    Skinny Peppermint Mocha Latte Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (8)
    Perfect timing, no more of the big box, high priced drinks.

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  3. Miss @ Miss in the Kitchen says

    Skinny Peppermint Mocha Latte Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (9)
    This looks mega-delicious! Wish I had one right now!

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  4. Holly @ 3 Yummy Tummies says

    Skinny Peppermint Mocha Latte Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (10)
    Yummy...this is the perfect holiday latte! Love that it is skinny!

    Reply

  5. Nicole says

    Skinny Peppermint Mocha Latte Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (11)
    This is such a gorgeous winter treat! I can't believe it is skinny!

    Reply

  6. Jenny | Honey and Birch says

    Skinny Peppermint Mocha Latte Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (12)
    I have all 5 of these ingredients in my house right now! I cant' wait to try this drink!

    Reply

  7. Sara says

    Skinny Peppermint Mocha Latte Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (13)
    This looks like the ultimate coffee drink and I love that it isn't as bad for you!

    Reply

  8. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

    Skinny Peppermint Mocha Latte Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (14)
    Wow! This is a major score: easy to make, a few ingredients, delicious, and skinny! You couldn't ask for anything more! Looks so good!

    Reply

  9. Des @ Life's Ambrosia says

    Skinny Peppermint Mocha Latte Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (15)
    Peppermint mochas are my fave! I am loving this skinny version.

    Reply

  10. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says

    Skinny Peppermint Mocha Latte Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (16)
    This sounds like the PERFECT pick me up!! I love peppermint mochas, even more at home!

    Reply

  11. Michelle @blackberry babe says

    Skinny Peppermint Mocha Latte Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (17)
    Love skinny drinks for a time or year that is decidedly NOT skinny! Perfection!

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    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      Thank you so much, Michelle!

      Reply

  12. Becky Hardin | The Cookie Rookie says

    Skinny Peppermint Mocha Latte Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (18)
    Tons of YES YES YES for this recipe!

    Reply

    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      Thanks, Becky!

      Reply

  13. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

    Skinny Peppermint Mocha Latte Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (19)
    With so many waistline-expanding goodies around this year, it's so nice to have some skinny options!

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    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      I agree! Thanks, Kimberly!

      Reply

  14. Katerina @ Diethood says

    Skinny Peppermint Mocha Latte Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (20)
    Anna, this is fabulous!! Such a pretty drink.

    Reply

    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      Thanks so much, Katerina!

      Reply

Skinny Peppermint Mocha Latte Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (2024)

FAQs

How many calories in a skinny peppermint mocha latte? ›

Skinny Peppermint Mocha

The beverage can be prepared with sugar-free peppermint syrup, nonfat milk and skinny mocha sauce and chocolate curls without whipped cream. A Skinny Peppermint Mocha is just 100 calories for a Tall beverage.

How to make peppermint mocha with less sugar? ›

This healthier version replaces the syrup with unsweetened cocoa powder, peppermint extract, and a touch of Stevia for sweetness. It also uses almond milk but any milk would work. It has less sugar and less artificial sweeteners than the Starbucks version.

How much sugar is in a peppermint mocha latte? ›

You might not realize, however, that a grande (16 oz.) peppermint mocha has 54 grams of sugar — that's well over the American Heart Association's (AHA) recommended maximum of 25-36 grams of added sugar per day for adults.

What is a low calorie peppermint drink at Starbucks? ›

1) peppermint mocha cream cold brew: 80 calories

To order, ask for a grande cold brew with 1 pump mocha, 1 pump peppermint and a splash of cream.

Is a skinny mocha sugar free? ›

The skinny mocha syrup has reduced sugar but is not sugar free. Also the skinny mocha latte has nonfat instead of 2% milk and only foam on top not whipped cream like the regular mocha does.

How many carbs are in a skinny mocha latte? ›

Starbucks Skinny Mocha (454 ml) contains 24g total carbs, 20g net carbs, 1.5g fat, 14g protein, and 160 calories.

Does Starbucks still have sugar-free peppermint syrup? ›

While we discontinued Sugar-Free Peppermint Syrup, we still have Skinny Mocha Sauce!

How do you reduce sugar in a Starbucks mocha? ›

Ask for fewer pumps of syrup: To lessen the sweetness of your flavored beverage, ask for fewer pumps of syrup, or select Vanilla sugar-free syrup for less added sugar.

How to make a mocha less sweet? ›

Pour steamed milk into mug; stir to combine sauce and espresso. Top with froth from steamed milk. Drizzle with Ghirardelli White Chocolate Flavored Sauce. For a less sweet mocha use 1/2 ounce Sweet Ground or Chocolate Sauce and 1 ounce White Flavored Sauce.

What is the difference between peppermint latte and peppermint mocha? ›

A mocha is a latte with chocolate added; lattes are steamed milk, espresso and a little milk foam on top. The peppermint flavor is additional.

Can you get sugar free syrup at Starbucks? ›

sugar-free syrup, available in Vanilla or Cinnamon Dolce, or our Skinny Mocha Sauce. Try a sweetener substitute such as Sweet'N Low®, Equal®, SPLENDA® or Stevia Blend from Whole Earth.

What is a Starbucks skinny mocha? ›

Bittersweet skinny mocha sauce, espresso and non-fat milk served over ice. Sip on the lighter side of sweet.

What is a skinny peppermint mocha? ›

It's a hot, minty, chocolate, coffee treat…Starbucks makes their dreamy, skinny holiday drink with espresso, steamed nonfat milk, sugar-free mocha sauce, and sugar-free peppermint syrup. My home version is simple to make since I used strong brewed coffee, unsweetened cocoa, Splenda or Truvia, and peppermint extract.

What happened to Starbucks Skinny mocha? ›

As for the syrup, the company once offered a Skinny Mocha Sauce, which was available in its Skinny Mocha drink, among other sugar-free flavors like cinnamon dolce syrup. However, much to the chagrin of many Starbucks regulars, these sugar-free options, as well as the Skinny Mocha itself, have since been discontinued.

How many calories in a standard skinny latte? ›

Caloric Content

A regular latte is typically made with espresso and whole milk, with a calorie content of around 110 calories. On the other hand, a skinny latte uses skim milk, resulting in a calorie count of approximately 77 calories.

How many calories in a grande skim peppermint mocha? ›

Starbucks Peppermint Mocha Nonfat Milk Whipped Cream Grande (16 fl oz) contains 63g total carbs, 59g net carbs, 10g fat, 13g protein, and 400 calories.

How many calories in a nonfat peppermint mocha? ›

There are 220 calories in 1 serving (12 oz) of Starbucks Nonfat Peppermint Mocha (Tall).

How many calories are in skinny mocha syrup? ›

Starbucks
Nutrition Facts
For a Serving Size of 1 Pump
How many calories are in Skinny Mocha Syrup? Amount of calories in Skinny Mocha Syrup: Calories 5Calories from Fat 0 (0%)
% Daily Value *
How much fat is in Skinny Mocha Syrup? Amount of fat in Skinny Mocha Syrup: Total Fat 0g-
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