Thanks to Leah for testing out and taking such amazing pictures of this dairy-free Swiss Mint Mocha recipe. It was shared with us by Almond Breeze over a decade ago, and we wanted to make sure it was still a keeper. Fortunately, it is! In fact, we thought this barista-style beverage deserved a full refresh for the holidays.
How to Froth Your Swiss Mint Mocha
To get that coffee shop froth, you have a few at-home options. The first is a very simple hand-held milk frother. We have one of these inexpensive gadgets in our home, and it gets serious mileage mixing all types of beverages. For frequent frothers, you may want to splurge on an automatic frother and heater. Finally, Leah was able to get the froth you see by simply giving this beverage a quick spin in her blender.
Special Diet Notes: Swiss Mint Mocha
By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, and vegetarian.
For a low sugar option, you can use unsweetened chocolate almond milk beverage in this mint mocha. Then simply sweeten to taste with your preferred sweetener.
- 1 cup strong, freshly brewed coffee
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
- ½ cup chocolate almond milk beverage
- Peppermint stick
- Grated dairy-free dark chocolate or semi-sweet mini chocolate chips
- Dairy-free coconut whip
- In a mug, whisk together the coffee, cocoa, and peppermint extract.
- Froth the milk beverage until hot and foamy (see frothing options in the post above).
- Pour the milk beverage over the coffee.
- Top or serve with any of the optional garnishes.
17 Comments
This looks absolutely amazing. I’m such a mint fan so this looks perfect!
I never realized there were so many amazing beverage frothers out there! I will have to get one to make this delicious looking recipe!
I am going to make this for me! Love this!
Mint hot chocolate and minty mochas are a holiday must. Delicious!
Oh yum! Reminds me of the Peppermint Mochas from Starbucks that I love…but healthier and without the hefty price tag!
Who needs a coffee shop when I can make this at home?! Mint and mocha – oh yes! Looks so great!
I’d love to cozy up on the couch with a cup of this! Loving the amazing pictures too!
Aren’t they pretty? That is Leah’s magic!
Such a festive and seasonal treat! I love the adorable straw, I bet it tastes delicious!
These look delicious! Any reason to enjoy my coffee or a hot cocoa (as long as it isn’t too sweet and heavy)!
I L-O-V-E mochas! What a festive, healthy twist on a yummy treat!
ohhhhhhh man I am all over this!! I don’t drink a ton of coffee, but I love the mint focus and what a nice little pick me up before or after we go hiking this winter
Oh my gosh this sounds incredible. What a fun [and festive!] way to spice up the morning coffee. Totally giving this Mint Mocha recipe a try!
This looks so yummy! I seem to be having issues with high fat dairy lately, I may have to give this a try!
Yes, you should! I know what you mean Amanda. In general, I tend to have trouble with higher fat. I don’t know how some people’s stomachs survive those grain-free baked goodies! 🙂
I think I am going to make this now for myself 🙂
You deserve it Kristen.