Xanthan Gum Free Peppermint Cocoa Spritz

Cool, chocolatey, and refreshingly minty, this sparkling cocoa drink is the kind of treat that feels indulgent without requiring any baking or complicated technique. It comes together in a blender in under a minute, making it one of the easiest ways to satisfy a chocolate craving on a warm afternoon. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of xanthan gum — no thickeners, no gums, no stabilizers hiding in a store-bought mix — just cocoa, maple syrup, peppermint extract, and sparkling water doing all the work. The blending step is key: it emulsifies the cocoa into the water so you get a smooth, streak-free base before the fizz even enters the picture. Pouring the sparkling water slowly down the side of the glass keeps that satisfying effervescence intact right up until the first sip. A dusting of cocoa powder and a few fresh mint leaves on top make it look like something you'd order at a café, but it's entirely homemade and completely in your control.

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