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Skip the drive-thru and make this creamy Starbucks Midnight Mocha Frappuccino recipe right in your kitchen. Grab your blender and get ready to make this now-discontinued menu item with rich cocoa, cool peppermint and bold coffee flavor.

Iced Starbucks Midnight Mocha Recipe

The Midnight Mocha didn’t last long on Starbucks’ menu, despite being a popular order in the summer of 2017, so for those who a Peppermint Mocha Frapp just doesn’t hit the same, we’ve got you covered with this easy and refreshing homemade copycat.

(And if you are looking for a copycat Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino recipe, we’ve got you there, too!)

This homemade version gives you all of the control and results in a creamy, minty and perfectly balanced mocha frappuccino with the perfect blend of cocoa-mint flavor.

Starbucks Midnight Mint Mocha FAQs

Can I use instant coffee instead of brewed coffee? Yes, dissolve 2 teaspoons of instant coffee in 1 cup of hot water for a strong flavor base.

What kind of peppermint syrup should I use? Use any commercial coffee syrup, like Torani or Monin. Homemade syrup works too — just simmer equal parts sugar and water with a few drops of peppermint extract.

Can I make this dairy-free? Absolutely, oat milk or almond milk blend smoothly and still create a creamy texture.

Check out our collection of Copycat Starbucks Recipes here.

Ingredients for Starbucks Midnight Mint Mocha

• Milk, steamed
• Strong Coffee (Espresso + cold water)
• Cocoa Powder
• White Sugar
• Peppermint Syrup 
• Whipped Cream
• Espresso Powder, optional garnish*
• Ice

Scroll down to the printable recipe card for full measurements.

Tip: Use freshly brewed coffee or espresso: Stale or reheated coffee flattens the flavor and dulls the chocolate notes..

Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful

• High-powered kitchen blender
• Measuring Cups and Spoons
• Handheld frother

How to Make a Starbucks Midnight Mocha

Warm and froth the milk: Heat ½ cup of the milk in the microwave for 45 seconds. Whisk until foamy or use a handheld frother.

Mix the base: In a large mug or heatproof glass, stir together the hot coffee, cocoa powder, sugar, peppermint syrup and (optional) 1 teaspoon of espresso powder until fully dissolved.

Combine: Pour in the frothed milk and the remaining ½ cup cold milk. Stir to blend and let cool slightly. (If you have time, chill the mixture for an hour.)

Blend: Add ice to a blender. Pour in the cooled mocha mixture and blend until smooth and creamy.

Assemble: Pour half the blended drink into a tall glass, top with whipped cream, then add the remaining mocha mixture. Finish with another swirl of whipped cream and a light dusting of cocoa or espresso powder.

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Yield: 1 large or 2 small

Copycat Starbucks Midnight Mocha Frappuccino

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Skip the drive-thru and make this creamy Starbucks Midnight Mocha Frappuccino recipe right in your kitchen. Grab your blender and get ready to make this now-discontinued menu item with rich cocoa, cool peppermint and bold coffee flavor.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup Milk, steamed
• 1 cup Strong Coffee (or 2 shots espresso + 3/4 cup cold water)
• 1 Tablespoon Cocoa Powder
• 2 tablespoons White Sugar
• 2-3 Tablespoons Peppermint Syrup 
• Whipped Cream
• Espresso Powder, optional garnish*
• Ice

Instructions

1. Warm and froth the milk: Heat ½ cup of the milk in the microwave for 45 seconds. Whisk until foamy or use a handheld frother.
2. Mix the base: In a large mug or heatproof glass, stir together the hot coffee, cocoa powder, sugar, peppermint syrup and (optional) 1 teaspoon of espresso powder until fully dissolved.
3. Combine: Pour in the frothed milk and the remaining ½ cup cold milk. Stir to blend and let cool slightly. (If you have time, chill the mixture for an hour.)
4. Blend: Add ice to a blender. Pour in the cooled mocha mixture and blend until smooth and creamy.
5. Assemble: Pour half the blended drink into a tall glass, top with whipped cream, then add the remaining mocha mixture. Finish with another swirl of whipped cream and a light dusting of cocoa or espresso powder.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

2

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 86Total Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 2mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 1gSugar: 14gProtein: 2g

Sugar, Spice and Glitter uses an auto-generate nutrition calculator. Nutrition information isn’t always accurate unless analyzed in a scientific lab, so these should be considered more of a guideline than medical information.

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