With this skinny peppermint mocha creamer recipe, you can make it in no time at all using what you have in your pantry. It's creamy, chocolatey, and minty too. It's so much cheaper than what you get from your local coffee shop.

It's ideal for holiday times and guilt-free, which, for me, means no sugar or just using my favorite sugar substitute. I always tend to opt for stevia. This is ideal to make in advance, so your mornings are sweeter and just a little less busy.

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Skinny Peppermint Mocha Creamer: A Mom's Guilt-Free Holiday Treat

If you're like me, the holiday season means juggling endless to-do lists while craving those cozy, festive flavors that make everything feel magical. This Skinny Peppermint Mocha Creamer is my secret weapon for starting busy mornings with a touch of holiday cheer—without the guilt or the extra cal

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3-4 tablespoons low-calorie sweetener stevia or monk fruit
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

 

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together cocoa powder and sweetener until well combined with no lumps.
2. Gradually add almond milk, whisking constantly to create a smooth mixture.
3. Stir in peppermint extract and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
4. Pour mixture into a clean glass jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid.
5. Shake well before each use and add 2-3 tablespoons to your favorite coffee or espresso.

Notes

Want to make this creamer even more versatile? Try these mom-tested variations. For a kid-friendly hot chocolate, warm milk and stir in two tablespoons of creamer—it's a healthier alternative to cocoa packets. During different seasons, swap peppermint extract for almond, hazelnut, or cinnamon for year-round enjoyment. If you prefer a richer texture, blend in a tablespoon of coconut cream. For extra frothiness, warm the creamer and use a milk frother before adding to coffee. You can also adjust sweetness levels as your family prefers—start with less sweetener and add more to taste. Some moms love adding a pinch of sea salt to enhance the chocolate flavor. If your kids want to help, let them shake the jar before each use—they'll love being part of your morning routine!

Why You’ll Love This Cozy Creation

Creamer has very few calories per serving, so you can get all the flavor and not have to worry about not keeping to your goals.

I like to use this in the morning as a quiet pick-me-up before all the madness begins. This can be made in about five minutes, which is pretty quick even on a hectic morning.

I like to incorporate this as almost a treat, again, every now and again. Another reason to love this is that it will give you a little bit of energy to be ready to take on the day.

Simple Ingredients from Your Pantry

The screen mirror can be made from pantry ingredients such as unsweetened almond milk, cocoa powder for that chocolatey hit, and a little bit of peppermint extract.

You can totally customize this depending on what sweetener you use and how sweet you like it. If you're not dairy-free, you can also use whole or skim milk, whichever you prefer.

When it comes to using plant-based milks, I always opt for oat or almond, as they are the coarsest and creamiest compared to other milks.

I recommend using stevia, as it's my favorite sweetener when I am cutting down on sugar. I try to make sure I always keep some peppermint extract in my pantry; you only need a small amount, and it lasts for a long time. It's great for other recipes too.

Step-by-Step Brewing Magic

To make this, you've got to get the order of things right. Start by dry whisking your cocoa and sweetener before you add your milk.

Make a batch of this at the start of the week, and you'll have enough creamer for the whole week. I prefer to do it this way rather than making it every day.

Using cocoa powder, it can be quite easy to end up with lumps. I like to mix with a small amount of liquid first to get it almost to a paste, then top it up with more liquid, doing it in stages. It's much easier to make that way. I would definitely go with stirring and mixing when using cocoa powder. Some recipes you can simply mix by shaking, but cocoa powder tends to be a little more difficult to work with.

Tips, Tricks, and Fun Twists

You can customize this in so many different ways. You can swap out the peppermint and try using almond extract, hazelnut, or even cinnamon. If you want to make it extra rich, you can add some coconut cream, or if you are not dairy-free, you can use ordinary cream. A great way to use this is to stir some into warm milk and make a quick hot chocolate, which is perfect for kids.

One major tip is to add a little sea salt. People get confused by this, but it's amazing how much of a difference it makes. It just balances out the sweetness and enhances its overall flavor. So give it a try.

Storage, Serving, and Nutrition Scoop

The creamer has a shelf life of around a week as long as you keep it in the fridge and in an airtight container. I always like to give it a shake before I use it, as it can separate. A week is the perfect amount to make in advance, as I know I will be using it every morning.

This is only about 25 calories per 2 tablespoons, while a standard commercial creamer is usually around 50 to 100 calories per 2 tablespoons. So it's perfect for those watching what they eat.