Ingredients
1/3 cup ground coffee
1 tsp chocolate extract
1/2 tsp mint extract
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
Place coffee in a blender or food processor. In a cup, combine
extracts. WIth processor running, add exracts. Stop and scrape sides
of container with spatula. Process 10 seconds longer. Store in
refrigerator. Yield: mix for eight 6-ounce servings
Servings: 1 servings
Chocolate Mint Coffee Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Beverages; Chocolate; Coffee; Dessert
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We hope you enjoy this Chocolate Mint Coffee recipe.
