Dark Chocolate Mint Cold Brew with Cocoa Dust
A refreshing cold brew with rich dark chocolate and cool mint - perfect for chocolate lovers!
April 21, 2025
Love chocolate and coffee? This Dark Chocolate Mint Cold Brew combines smooth cold-brewed coffee with rich dark chocolate and cool mint for a refreshing twist on your regular iced coffee. It's like having your favorite chocolate mint candy in coffee form!
This recipe uses coarse-ground dark roast coffee for a bold base that pairs perfectly with chocolate. The overnight brewing process creates a smooth, less acidic coffee that's ideal for mixing with homemade chocolate mint syrup. Great for hot summer days or whenever you need a chocolatey pick-me-up.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't just your regular cold brew coffee! Here's why you'll love it:
- Super smooth with no bitter taste
- Easy to prep ahead of time
- Perfect for chocolate lovers who enjoy mint
- Refreshingly cold for warm days
Dark Chocolate Mint Cold Brew with Cocoa Dust
A refreshing cold brew with rich dark chocolate and cool mint - perfect for chocolate lovers!
Cold Brew Coffee, Chocolate Coffee, Mint Coffee, Iced Coffee, Dark Chocolate, Cold Coffee, Summer Drinks
Equipment
- Large jar or pitcher
- Fine-mesh sieve
- Cheesecloth
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spoon for stirring
- Tall glasses
Ingredients
- 1 cup coarse-ground dark roast coffee
- 4 cups cold filtered water
- 3 tablespoons dark chocolate syrup
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup cold milk of choice
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder for dusting
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Combine coarse-ground coffee with cold water in a large jar
- Steep in the refrigerator for 12 hours
- Strain the coffee through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth
- Mix dark chocolate syrup with peppermint extract
- Fill glasses with ice cubes
- Pour cold brew over ice
- Add chocolate-mint mixture and stir well
- Top with milk and dust with cocoa powder
- Serve immediately
Pro Tips
- Use coarse-ground coffee for the best cold brew results
- Make the chocolate mint syrup in advance and store it in the fridge for up to 2 weeks
- For extra richness, use Dutch-processed cocoa powder for dusting
- Freeze coffee into ice cubes to prevent dilution
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 8mg, Sodium: 65mg, Potassium: 185mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 22g, Calcium: 98mg, Iron: 2mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT12H
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT12H15M
Prep. Time:
PT15M
