Warm up your holiday season with a delightful, cafe-style Gingerbread Mocha. This cozy beverage combines the nostalgic flavors of gingerbread and chocolate to create the perfect winter warmer. Ideal for cold days or festive gatherings, this gingerbread mocha will leave you feeling merry and bright.
Ingredients
🍯 20ml MONIN Gingerbread Syrup, Le Sirop de MONIN Gingerbread
🍫 1 scoop 30g MONIN Chocolate Frappé Powder, Le Frappé de MONIN Chocolate Frappe Base
🥛 240ml milk of choice, brand not specified
☕️ 1 shot espresso, brand not specified
- Alternative: 1/2 teaspoon instant coffee
🍦 Whipped cream for topping, brand not specified
🍫 Chocolate powder for garnish, brand not specified
🎄 Mini gingerbread man for garnish, brand not specified
Instructions
1- Prepare the Mug:
- Pour 20ml of MONIN Gingerbread syrup into a festive mug.
2- Mix Chocolate Base:
- In a metal milk pitcher, combine 1 scoop (30g) of MONIN Chocolate Frappé powder with 240ml of milk.
3- Steam the Mixture:
- Use a La Cimbali Attiva espresso machine to steam the milk and chocolate mixture until hot and well combined. Alternatively, heat the mixture in a microwave and froth using a hand whisk for a similar texture.
4- Espresso Shot:
- Add a single shot of espresso to the mug with the gingerbread syrup. If using instant coffee, dissolve 1/2 teaspoon in a small amount of hot water.
5- Combine Everything:
- Pour the hot, steamed chocolate milk into the mug and stir thoroughly to combine all the ingredients.
6- Add Toppings:
- Generously top with whipped cream, then lightly sprinkle chocolate powder over the cream. Garnish with a mini gingerbread man cookie.
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 4 minutes
Servings: 1
Equipment:
- Espresso Machine, La Cimbali Attiva
- Measuring Jigger
- Metal Milk Pitcher
- Long Stirring Spoon
- Aerosol Whipped Cream Dispenser
- Shaker/Dredger for chocolate powder
- Optional: Microwave, Hand Whisk
Cooking Tips:
- Use alternative flavors like MONIN Salted Caramel or Speculoos syrup for a different twist.
- Cold foam can be used instead of whipped cream for a lighter topping.
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