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    Home » Recipes » Dessert

    Peppermint Mocha Whipped Cream

    Published: Dec 1, 2021 · Updated: Feb 12, 2022 by Dawn · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Peppermint mocha whipped cream is easy to make at home and is amazing on holiday desserts. Use it on your favorite holiday drinks, it tastes great on coffee too!

    2 bowls with whipped cream in them and 2 candy canes by the bowls for decoration.

    You can put this on everything from hot chocolate and coffee to pies and cakes. I love it on top of coffee!

    Peppermint mocha is a favorite flavor in our house for the holiday season. It is our favorite latte here too.

    This is easy to make and is the perfect combination of peppermint whipped cream and chocolate whipped cream.

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    • Ingredients
    • Tips for making peppermint mocha whipped cream
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Helpful items for making the recipe
    • Recipe

    Ingredients

    Ingredients prepped - heavy cream, espresso powder, sugar, cocoa powder and peppermint extract.

    Heavy cream - No substitutions are recommended. Light cream will not whip like heavy cream does.

    Peppermint extract - No substitutions are recommended.

    Espresso powder - Optional but recommended. Link included to show which one we use, but it might be cheaper locally in Walmart.

    Sugar - Granulated sugar or minimally processed pure cane granulated sugar. We use Zulka Morena pure cane sugar (usually cheaper at Walmart or Target) which is why you see a slight brownish tint.

    Cocoa powder - We use Hershey's but you can use your favorite cocoa powder.

    Tips for making peppermint mocha whipped cream

    Collage of steps - pouring heavy cream into mixing bowl, remaining ingredients added, mixer in the bowl ready to mix and whipped cream in a mixing bowl with a spoon scooping some out.

    Using cold cream - Be sure your heavy cream remains in the fridge until you are ready to make the peppermint mocha whipped cream. It whips better when it is cold.

    Chill your bowl - Not required, but recommended. I have made whipped cream without chilling a bowl before, but it whips best if the bowl and the cream are cold to start. Place bowl in the fridge for up to a half hour before making or the freezer for about 10 minutes before making.

    Add all ingredients at once - You will want to add all the ingredients at once and then mix. All the ingredients get added and then you mix until the desired consistency.

    Whipping with a mixer - I use either a hand mixer or stand mixer, either works. I like to use the hand mixer on medium or the stand mixer can be brought up to 8. Mix until soft peaks start to form or desired consistency - about 1 and a half to 2 minutes.

    Do not overwhip - Do not whip any longer then stiff peaks. Overwhipping will start to separate the heavy cream. I have not experimented with the peppermint mocha whipped cream, but when making plain you will end up with butter if you whip it too long.

    Frequently asked questions

    Can I use this whipped cream in a piping bag?

    You can if you whip it to stiff peaks. Just be careful not to overwhip it beyond stiff peaks. It is not an icing, but you can use it the piping bag to make the whipped cream fancy on top of your dessert if you do not want a dollop on top.

    Is it better to use a stand or hand mixer?

    I love my stand mixer for so many things, but when making peppermint mocha whipped cream, I prefer to use my hand mixer. I find it too easy to overwhip in a stand mixer if you walk away for a minute where a hand mixer you have no choice but to stay in front of the mixing bowl.

    How long will this last in the fridge?

    It will last up to 4 days, tho it's consistency will change by the 4th day. It is still safe to use at 4 days, but the texture may be slightly different from when you first made it.

    Helpful items for making the recipe

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    • Mixing bowls - I prefer stainless steel mixing bowls and use them for everything! These have a non skid bottom and a coating on the outside of the bowl to help shield your hands from extreme temperature differences.
    • Hand mixer - This one is great because it is not expensive but yet has a couple different attachments. You will use the regular beaters for whipped cream unless you are using a stand mixer, then you use the whisk attachment.
    • Spatulas - Perfect for scraping down the sides and I also use these if you want to put the whipped cream into a piping bag.

    Recipe

    2 bowls with whipped cream in them and 2 candy canes by the bowls for decoration.

    Peppermint Mocha Whipped Cream

    Dawn
    Peppermint mocha whipped cream is easy to make at home and is the perfect way to enjoy the flavors of the holiday season.
    5 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Dessert, dessert topping
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 118 kcal
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    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • 2 Tablespoons sugar granulated
    • 1½ Tablespoons cocoa powder dark or regular
    • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
    • ¼ teaspoon espresso powder

    Instructions
     

    • Optional but recommended - place mixing bowl in the fridge for 30 minutes or freezer for 10 minutes.
    • Just before mixing, take bowl out of the fridge/freezer. Pour in cold whipping cream, sugar, cocoa powder, peppermint extract and espresso powder.
      1 cup heavy cream, 2 Tablespoons sugar, 1½ Tablespoons cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon peppermint extract, ¼ teaspoon espresso powder
    • With a hand mixer on medium (use regular beaters) or a stand mixer (use whisk attachment) on 8, mix for about 1½ to 2 minutes until soft peaks form or desired consistency.
    • Serve right away for best texture.

    Notes

    Nutritional values and serving sizes are estimated.  It will make between 1 and a half to 2 cups of whipped cream.
    Do not overwhip the whipped cream.  You can whip it to stiff peaks if you want to use a piping bag to make your topping fancy, but stop as soon as stiff peaks form.
    Store in the fridge for up to 4 days, the texture may change before the 4 days but if properly stored it will still be safe to eat at 4 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 118kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 12mgPotassium: 39mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 437IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Samantha

      December 07, 2021 at 9:10 pm

      Oh my goodness, you just stole my heart. I love all things mocha and I'll definitely be serving this at the holiday party.

      Reply
    2. Natalie

      December 07, 2021 at 9:14 am

      5 stars
      Fantastic idea. I'll use this as a frosting on my Christmas cupcakes. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Dawn

        December 08, 2021 at 12:45 am

        You may want to add about 3 ounces of softened cream cheese to thicken it a bit if using as an icing.

        Reply
    3. Gabriela Herrera

      December 07, 2021 at 2:43 am

      5 stars
      This peppermint mocha whipped cream is a must this holiday season. You are in for a treat when you make it.

      Reply
    4. Jeannie

      December 06, 2021 at 11:39 pm

      5 stars
      I love anything with peppermint this is so good! Never thought I could make my own at home.

      Reply
    5. Shilpa

      December 06, 2021 at 8:49 pm

      5 stars
      I love this recipe and can’t wait to try it. The flavours are perfect for the holidays.

      Reply
    6. Sam

      December 06, 2021 at 5:17 pm

      5 stars
      This is absolutely delicious!! Wonderful recipe, thank you.

      Reply
    7. Giangi Townsend

      December 06, 2021 at 4:56 pm

      5 stars
      Devine! I made it and love it as well as my family. Easy and super delicious. Thank you for sharing

      Reply
    8. Kayla DiMaggio

      December 06, 2021 at 3:51 pm

      5 stars
      I am loving this peppermint mocha whipped cream! It is the perfect holiday treat! I love to top my hot chocolate with it!

      Reply

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