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Peppermint Mocha Frappe

May 16, 2012 By Jennifer @ PB and P Design 22 Comments

Howdy Everyone,

I have been having so much fun with making frappuccino’s this week, that I created another one for you.  One of my all time favorites, Mint Peppermint Mocha!  It is so delicious, refreshing and the perfect after dinner dessert.

Remember when I made my Coconut Frappe the other day and I was having issues with my blender?  Well on Saturday I bit the bullet and went out and bought myself a Ninja Blender for my Mother’s Day present.  I bought it from bed Bath and Beyond and used my 20% off coupon.  It works like a dream!!


I can’t wait to see what else I can make with it.  I’m curious to how the juicing part will go.  I may try that tomorrow since I have veggies I have to use up before my trip.  I know my Husband won’t be eating veggies while I’m gone and I can’t let them go to waste.  I would have liked a Vitamix but that was way out of my price range, but so far I’m pretty happy with my Ninja.

Back in my non-healthy lifestyle I used to order the full-blown fatty Mint Peppermint Mocha from Starbucks.  I will say it is so good!  With all that fresh whip cream, sugar and chocolate.  Oh man, was it good!  But I’m happy to report that my Peppermint Mocha is just as amazing.  Little Jenny and I split this drink and I was worried to what she would think, since she orders Frappuccino’s from Starbucks all the time.  Her review was Mmmm, this is good.  When I told her I didn’t add any sugar, she was like what the heck, really?  You wouldn’t have known.  She thought is was very creamy, sweet and delish.  Yah for me!!  That’s pretty good coming from a 20 year old.

With my drink I added 1/4 teaspoon of pure mint extract, you may want to go a pinch less and just try one drop first and take it from there.  The mint at first seemed like “Wow”, but once you started to drink the frappe, you didn’t notice the strong peppermint flavor.  This drink, as Jenny said, is extremely creamy and full of mint and chocolate flavor.  You don’t really notice the taste of coffee in this drink.  If you want more of a strong coffee taste, I would add two packets of instant coffee or a strong espresso.

Peppermint Mocha Frappe
 
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Prep time
5 mins
Total time
5 mins
 
A creamy mint chocolate mocha. perfect for an afternoon pick me up or an after dinner dessert.
Serves: 2 cups
Ingredients
  • 2 cups non-fat milk
  • 1 packet instant coffee (about 2 tsp)
  • 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powered
  • ¼ tsp. drop of mint extract
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 packet stevia (3.5oz)
  • Optional toppings:
  • Fat Free Whip Cream
  • Chocolate Syrup
Instructions
  1. In a large cup (I used a pyrex measuring cup) add all your ingredients together.
  2. Stir well, don't worry if everything doesn't incorporate well.
  3. Place in a shallow freezer safe bowl. Once frozen, leave on counter until it softens up a pinch. Pop into your blender and process.
Notes
Calories: 160.4, Fat: 0, Cholesterol: 10, Sodium: 260, Potassium: 2.5, Carbs: 24, Fiber: 0, Sugar: 24, Protein: 16
Nutrition Information
Serving size: 1
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You know I like to do my comparisons, so let’s compare Starbucks to mine.

Starbucks Grande Peppermint Mocha Light:  Calories:  170,  Fat:  1,  Cholesterol:  0,  Sodium:  190,  Carbs:  38,  Fiber:  0,  Sugar:  35,  Protein:  4

I don’t get where the sugar comes from in Starbucks?  I think it is from their mocha.  Now for mine.  Now take in mind, my sugar count is from milk.  Milk has natural sugars in it.  I also didn’t water my drink down, its pure fat free milk.  When you look at the figures, look at my protein, compared to Starbucks.  They use non-fat milk, so where’s the protein?  They must only use about 1/2 cup of milk in the drink, and the rest is sugar and water.  Not good Starbucks!  Now don’t think I won’t go there to drink coffee, because I still will.  But making it at home is healthier and better for you.

Jennifer’s Peppermint Mocha:  Calories per serving:  160.4,  Fat:  0,  Cholesterol:  10,  Sodium:  260,  Carbs:  24,  Fiber:  0,   Sugar:  24,  Protein:  16

Now what do you think?

Since I got my Ninja, I remade my Coconut Mocha Frappe and it turned out smooth and creamy, just the way I wanted it.

Doesn’t it look better than the ones’ I posted last week?  I think I may update that post with the better pictures I took.

Well I am almost done writing my posts for the week.  I have been busy this past week making extra recipes to share with you.

Have a wonderful Wednesday!!

Toodles!

Jen

 

Filed Under: Coffee and Frappes, Drinks Tagged With: coffee, drink, frappuccino, mocha, Peppermint, Starbucks

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  1. Aimee @ ShugarySweets says

    May 16, 2012 at 4:09 AM

    Yummmy. I made caramel coffee shakes this week, a perfect afternoon delight! These look great Jen! I saw that Ninja at Costco yesterday and almost bought it (actually I only just saw the commercial for it the day before). I want it!!! It was $119 at Costco…is it cheaper with a coupon at BB&B? Just wondering….

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      May 16, 2012 at 6:07 AM

      Hi, I paid $137 with tax from BB&B. Mine was normally $159. It comes with two pitchers a 5 cup and a 9 cup. Plus it has additional blades with it to make cookies, pizza and something other goodies. Here’s the link to the one I got. http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/product.asp?SKU=18119072

      Reply
  2. Joanne says

    May 16, 2012 at 5:08 AM

    The thing that I hate about starbucks drinks is that they have so many calories you almost want to have one as a meal…but they have absolutely ZERO nutritional value. With yours though, and all that protein..this is definitely meal worthy! And delicious. Gotta love that chocolate/mint combo.

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      May 16, 2012 at 9:37 PM

      The calories is one of the reasons I make them at home. Way healthier for you! Starbucks told me they don’t use a sugar free mocha syrup, just less of sugary stuff. So your still getting a ton of sugar.

      Reply
  3. Cassie says

    May 16, 2012 at 6:28 AM

    I love making these kinds of things at home versus paying so much for them. This sounds perfect!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      May 16, 2012 at 9:34 PM

      I like making them at home, not to save money but because I’m to lazy to leave and buy one.

      Reply
  4. Kammie @ Sensual Appeal says

    May 16, 2012 at 7:40 AM

    My parents have the ninja blender and they loveee it. I love your peppermint mocha frappe, I made a similar one a while back. This makes me wanna make it again 🙂

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      May 16, 2012 at 9:32 PM

      You should make yours! I have to say I love my Ninja! I can’t wait to get home from Tahoe so I can use it again!!

      Reply
  5. Kelly says

    May 16, 2012 at 2:04 PM

    Ohhh my I need one of these in my life ASAP! Looks delicious! 🙂

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      May 16, 2012 at 9:30 PM

      Thanks Kelly!!

      Reply
  6. Val @ Tips on Healthy Living says

    May 16, 2012 at 4:18 PM

    This is so inspiring. Forget pay almost $5 a day for Starbucks. AND way healthier than a Dunkin Coolatta (which is more like dessert anyway).

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      May 16, 2012 at 9:29 PM

      Oh man, I wish I had a Dunkin Donuts Coffee Shop near me!! 🙂

      Reply
      • Val @ Tips on Healthy Living says

        May 17, 2012 at 9:01 AM

        It’s probably better for you if you don’t! Man, those munchkin donut holes get me every time…. 😉

        Reply
        • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

          May 17, 2012 at 8:07 PM

          Those donut holes are addicting, I’ve had them,actually I have had a lot of them! I love my Dunkin Donuts! Your lucky you have them.

          Reply
  7. Michelle says

    May 17, 2012 at 8:36 AM

    YUM! I love peppermint mocha’s so I’ll definitely give this a try. Love the stripe napkin too 🙂 Thanks so much for linking up to Creative Thursday this week. Have a wonderful weekend.

    Michelle

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      May 17, 2012 at 8:10 PM

      Thank you for having me!!! If you try the Peppermint Mocha, let me know what you think!!

      Reply
  8. Amber @ Recipes We Love says

    May 17, 2012 at 12:55 PM

    This sounds and looks amazing!!!

    Reply
  9. Tara @ A Daily Dose of Fit says

    June 3, 2012 at 2:22 PM

    Oh, man…I totally forgot I bookmarked this recipe! This, by far, is my favorite drink from the ‘buck. Now I can make it at home! Hooray!

    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says

      June 3, 2012 at 7:11 PM

      I love the Peppermint Mocha! I try to stay away from the one at Starbucks, but it’s good to know they now have sugar free peppermint.

      Reply

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