Recipes with Peppermint

Lyn Russell, RYT-500, RCYT, B.Ed., Dip.T., ACOA Dip. (M.Nat.Th) • May 09, 2022

Crisp and cool like a breath of fresh air… that is Peppermint. This oil is incredibly versatile and one that we always want to have on hand, and it makes a delicious addition to our favourite cooking and baking recipes!

Uses for Peppermint Wellness

Add a drop to water to enhance the digestive process.
Add as refreshing flavouring to tea or food.
Press to the roof of the mouth to open and soothe the sinuses.
Take in a capsule with lemon and lavender for seasonal discomfort.
Use Peppermint Wellness to add a refreshing twist to a pitcher of lemonade.
Add a drop or two to a mug of hot tea to help with gastrointestinal discomfort. Peppermint Wellness can support normal digestion and reduce feelings of discomfort after large meals.
Add a drop to Echinacea tea when feeling stuffy.
Add a few drops of Peppermint Wellness to sugar cookie dough for a fresh twist.

Food & Beverage Recipes

Peppermint Brownies

This might be the simplest essential oil recipe ever... Just add 4-5 drops of Peppermint Vitality Essential Oil to your mix (or from scratch recipe!) after you add the wet ingredients and bake as directed. Here is my favourite Brownie recipe ever, packed with delicious chocolate, berries, almonds and peppermint essential oil.

Once cooled - use your favourite holiday cookie cutters to create fun shapes. Optional to top with a layer of chocolate frosting (with or without a few drops of Peppermint Vitality) or powdered sugar. These are fun to make for parties, neighbours or just because!

Healthier Peppermint Brownies

1 cup oats
⅓ cup cacao powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup honey
2 large eggs, room temperature
3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 drops Peppermint Wellness
¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips for mixing and topping

Place eggs on the counter and allow them to reach room temperature. Preheat oven to 350° F.
Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. If you are having troubles getting the paper to stick in place, lightly grease the pan and set the parchment on top.
In a food processor or blender, add oats, cacao powder, baking soda, and salt. Blend until the oats turn into a fine flour-like texture.
In a separate dish, melt coconut oil in the microwave or on the stove. Allow to cool but not harden.
Add room-temperature eggs, honey, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and Peppermint Vitality to the food processor and process until everything is well combined. Use a rubber spatula to scrape down the edges in between pulsing, if needed. You will be left with a thick batter.
Once all of the ingredients are fully incorporated, add ¼ cup chocolate chips or more if you enjoy a stronger chocolate flavor. Stir into the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared dish, then use the spatula to smooth the batter evenly into the pan. Top with extra chocolate chips.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges of the brownies look cooked through and a toothpick comes out clean when inserted in the centre.
Let the brownies cool, then cut and serve.

YL tip: Experiment with other Vitality oils. Cinnamon Bark, Nutmeg, or Orange would all be tasty flavour options!

Peppermint Mocha

2 cups strongly brewed coffee or espresso
2 cups milk of your choice
¼ cup cacao powder (you can also use 2T cocoa powder + 3 oz dark chocolate chopped)
4 tablespoons maple syrup or raw honey
3-4 drops Peppermint Wellness
Pour milk into a small saucepan and place over medium heat. Whisk in the cacao powder (or whatever chocolate you’re using) and the maple syrup. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer uncovered for 5-10 minutes, whisking as needed until smooth.

Remove from the heat and when slightly cooled add 2 drops of Peppermint Vitality (the flavour is bold, so start with 2 drops and add more if you want!) Place the peppermint cocoa mixture and the coffee in a Vitamix or other high-powered blender (or use a handheld frother), and blend on medium speed for 30 seconds until frothy. Divide into 4 mugs, top with whipped cream, marshmallows, or both!

Peppermint Hot Cocoa

4 cups milk of your choice
8 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
4 tsp honey, or more to taste
2 drops Peppermint Wellness essential oil
Heat all ingredients, except the oils, in a pot over the stove, until just hot. Don't boil. Remove from heat, add the essential oils and stir to combine. Serve in your most festive mugs and top with whipped cream, marshmallows, a candy cane, or all of the above!

Mint Mocha Protein Smoothie

A large handful of organic spinach or kale
A handful of organic blueberries
1/2 a frozen banana
1/4 - 1/2 an organic avocado
1 T raw cacao powder
1 scoop Pure Protein Complete in chocolate (or your favourite Protein Powder)
1-2 drops Peppermint Wellness
Almond milk or milk of choice to desired consistency
Place all ingredients in a blender in the order listed and blend well! Pour into a glass and serve with a glass or stainless steel straw.

Morning Mocha Smoothie

1 scoop Pure Protein Complete in chocolate (or your favourite Protein Powder)
8 oz. cold brew coffee
½ cup whole milk or almond milk
2 drops Peppermint Vitality
Ice
Place all ingredients in a blender in the order listed and blend well! Pour into a glass and serve with a glass or stainless steel straw.

Selfcare & DIY Recipes

Under The Mistletoe Breath Spray

Perfect to pack in your purse, backpack or even stash in your car, this simple breath spray will have your breath feeling fresh whenever you need it!

10mL glass spray bottle
3 drops Peppermint Wellness essential oil
2 drops Spearmint essential oil
1 tsp Thieves Mouthwash, optional
Filtered water
Add all ingredients into a spray bottle and shake well. Spritz into your mouth as desired!

Candy Cane Lip Scrub

5 drops Peppermint essential oil
5 drops Vanilla oleoresin
1/4 Cup White Sugar
1/4 Cup Coconut Oil*
Combine essential oils and coconut oil, then add in sugar. Apply nightly to lips in a circular motion. Wipe off with a dry towel. Store in a glass jar!
*To make this extra special and creamy, whip the coconut oil in a stand mixer or handheld mixer until it is fluffy!

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