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Creamy Holiday Milk Punch Mocktail (Easy Christmas Drink)

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Appetizer, Dessert, Drinks
Servings 1

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup 2 fl oz brewed coffee, hot or cold
  • ½ cup 4 fl oz milk of choice
  • ¼ cup 2 fl oz sweet cream creamer (Chobani or Natural Bliss recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon ½ fl oz maple syrup, optional
  • 1 whole star anise for garnish
  • Ground cinnamon for garnish
  • 1 cinnamon stick optional
  • Ice optional for chilled serving

Instructions
 

For a chilled milk punch

  • Brew your favorite coffee and allow it to cool.
  • In a glass or cocktail shaker, combine ¼ cup brewed coffee, ½ cup milk, and ¼ cup sweet cream creamer.
  • Taste and add 1 tablespoon maple syrup if additional sweetness is desired.
  • Stir or shake until thoroughly combined.
  • Pour over ice and garnish with star anise, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and an optional cinnamon stick.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

For a warm milk punch

  • Brew ¼ cup of your favorite coffee.
  • In a small saucepan, combine ½ cup milk and ¼ cup sweet cream creamer.
  • Heat over medium-low heat until warm and steaming, stirring occasionally. Do not boil.
  • Pour the hot coffee into your favorite holiday mug and stir in the warmed milk mixture.
  • Add optional maple syrup to taste.
  • Garnish with star anise, cinnamon, and an optional cinnamon stick.

Microwave option: Heat the milk and creamer in a microwave-safe mug in 20–30 second intervals, stirring between intervals until warm.

    Notes

    Recipe Notes

    • Milk options: Whole milk, 2%, almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk all work.
    • Creamer: Chobani and Natural Bliss sweet cream creamers are my favorites.
    • Sweetness: The creamer adds sweetness, so taste before adding maple syrup.
    • Decaf option: Substitute decaffeinated coffee for an evening beverage.
    • Make ahead: Combine the coffee, milk, and creamer and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Stir before serving.
    • Cocktail variation: Replace the coffee with 2 tablespoons (1 ounce) brandy and 2 tablespoons (1 ounce) bourbon. Serve chilled.
    • Serving suggestion: Garnish with cinnamon and star anise for a festive presentation.
    Find more variations, substitutions, and holiday recipes at pinchofglutenfree.com.

    Equipment

    • Measuring cups and tablespoons
    • Coffee maker
    • Cocktail shaker or mixing spoon
    • Serving glass or holiday mug
    • Small saucepan (for warm version)

    Nutrition Information

    Nutrition varies significantly depending on the milk and sweet cream creamer used. For accurate nutrition information in WP Recipe Maker, enter the specific milk and creamer brands and their label values.
    Keyword milk punch, mocktail