A festive drink blending sugar-free white chocolate, matcha, peppermint, and whipped cream for a cool treat.
# Ingredient List:
→ Matcha Base
01 - 2 teaspoons high-quality matcha powder
02 - 2 fluid ounces hot water, about 175°F (not boiling)
→ White Chocolate Mixture
03 - 1/4 cup sugar-free white chocolate chips
04 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
05 - 1/4 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
06 - 1 to 2 tablespoons sugar-free sweetener (erythritol or monk fruit), to taste
→ Assembly & Garnish
07 - 1 cup ice cubes
08 - 1/4 cup sugar-free whipped cream (optional)
09 - 2 tablespoons crushed sugar-free candy canes (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Combine almond milk and sugar-free white chocolate chips in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir constantly until completely melted and smooth. Remove from heat, then stir in peppermint extract and sweetener.
02 - Whisk matcha powder with hot water using a bamboo whisk or milk frother until it becomes smooth and frothy.
03 - Fill two large glasses with ice cubes evenly.
04 - Pour the white chocolate mixture evenly over the ice in each glass.
05 - Slowly pour the prepared matcha atop the white chocolate layer to create a visual separation.
06 - Optionally, top each glass with sugar-free whipped cream and sprinkle crushed sugar-free candy canes.
07 - Stir before drinking and enjoy immediately.
