Peppermint Mocha Creamer

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Ingredients

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 and 1/2 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder regular or dark
• 3/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups half-and-half/milk/cream

Directions

• In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water and heat until sugar is just dissolved, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in cocoa powder, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract. Allow to cool for a few minutes.
• Add half-and-half (if desired) to a ratio of your liking. I prefer a 1:1 ratio. You may also leave the syrup as a standalone flavoring. Store in a covered container in the refrigerator and use within 2 weeks, shaking very well before using.