Description
A festive and cozy Peppermint Marshmallow Latte featuring rich Nespresso coffee combined with a creamy peppermint marshmallow creamer, topped with whipped peppermint cream and crushed candy cane garnish. Perfect for holiday mornings or anytime you crave a sweet, minty coffee treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Coffee Base
- 2 cups Nespresso coffee
Peppermint Marshmallow Creamer
- 1/2 cup half & half cream (10%)
- 1/4 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
Whipped Peppermint Cream
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (35%)
- 1 tablespoon icing sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
Garnish
- 1 teaspoon crushed candy canes
- 2 candy canes
Instructions
- Brew the coffee: Brew 2 cups of Nespresso coffee using your machine and keep it hot while preparing other components.
- Heat the half & half: Pour the half & half cream into a saucepan and heat it over medium heat until small bubbles form around the edges, but do not boil.
- Melt the marshmallows: Add the mini marshmallows to the warm half & half and whisk continuously until the marshmallows have fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add peppermint extract: Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of peppermint extract into the marshmallow creamer and remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Whip the cream: Using a chilled bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until it becomes slightly thickened.
- Sweeten and flavor: Add 1 tablespoon of icing sugar and 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract to the whipped cream, then continue whipping until it reaches your desired consistency (soft peaks recommended).
- Combine coffee and creamer: Pour the warm peppermint marshmallow creamer into the hot brewed coffee. Stir gently to combine.
- Top with whipped cream: Spoon the peppermint whipped cream over the top of the latte for a rich and fluffy finish.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle crushed candy canes over the whipped cream and add a whole candy cane on the side as a festive garnish. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use good quality Nespresso coffee for the best flavor.
- Be careful not to boil the half & half to avoid curdling.
- Adjust the peppermint extract amount to suit your taste preference.
- The whipped cream is best served fresh for optimal texture.
- This recipe is perfect for a holiday-themed coffee break or dessert beverage.
