Walnut Free Peppermint Cocoa Spritz
This chilled, fizzy drink lands somewhere between a fancy mocktail and a chocolate mint dessert in a glass — and it comes together in minutes with just a blender and a handful of pantry staples. The base is blended smooth from unsweetened cocoa, maple syrup, peppermint extract, and a pinch of salt, which gives it a surprisingly rich, velvety texture before the sparkling water even enters the picture. Pouring the chilled sparkling water slowly down the side of the glass keeps every sip lively and effervescent rather than flat. A dusting of cocoa powder and a few fresh mint leaves on top make it look like something you'd pay too much for at a café. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved — just mix, pour, and enjoy. It's the kind of refreshing treat that works equally well as an after-dinner sipper or a midday pick-me-up.
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2 servings
- 2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 cup plain sparkling water, chilled
- ⅛ tsp fine salt
For serving
- fresh mint leaves, for serving (optional)
- 1 tsp cocoa powder, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the cocoa powder, maple syrup, peppermint extract, cold water, ice cubes, and salt to a blender. Blend on high for 20–30 seconds until the mixture is smooth and uniformly combined with no visible cocoa streaks.
- 2
Divide the blended mixture evenly between two tall glasses. Pour 1/2 cup of chilled sparkling water into each glass, pouring slowly down the side of the glass to preserve the fizz.
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