Peppermint Mocha

3/4 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
3/4 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
1/4 teaspoon mint extract or ½ peppermint candy cane or peppermint syrup
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired

• In a small saucepan, add milk, cocoa and sugar. 
• Heat over medium heat until small bubbles begin to form around the edge and sugar has dissolved.
• Stir in espresso, mint extract and vanilla and remove from heat (if using a candy cane, be sure to let melt completely.)
• Serve in a large mug and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired.

Recipe: The Recipe Rebel