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Recipes · December 19, 2022

How to Make Starbucks Peppermint Mocha at Home (A Healthier Version)

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One of my favorite ways to enjoy the holiday season is to get a peppermint mocha at Starbucks. Especially while strolling the aisles of Target. It also just tastes better in their red cups too. Anyone else feel the same way??

The peppermint mocha is hands down my favorite beverage there, although the chestnut praline latte comes in a close second. And I do enjoy the occasional toasted white chocolate mocha, gingerbread latte, and eggnog latte to name a few. Okay, basically I love all of Starbucks holiday drinks.

But I don’t love the calorie count and all the sugar added into them. So I thought I would share today how to make a healthier version of a Starbucks peppermint mocha at home. I am all about enjoying some holiday beverages with fewer calories!

How to Make a Healthy Peppermint Mocha

Please note, I am not a registered dietitian and should not be consulted for anything weight loss related. I am just sharing how I like to make my holiday drinks at home a little better for me. This post also contains affiliate links. Click here to read my privacy policy.

What Does Starbucks Put in Their Peppermint Mocha?

In order to effectively make Starbucks peppermint mochas at home, you need to understand what all they actually put in their mochas in store. From what I’ve researched, they have a rich espresso that has a bittersweet mocha sauce.

They also add peppermint syrup and steamed milk. Then, they top it with some whipped cream and some festive red sprinkles. All of these ingredients we will be using as well to create our at home mocha version. However, ours will be slightly healthier for you too!

Finished Healthy Starbucks Peppermint Mocha

How Many Peppermint Pumps are in a Peppermint Mocha at Starbucks?

Starbucks puts a total of 4 pumps in their mochas. Which each pump is about 20 calories, or 5 grams of added simple sugars.

So just in the peppermint syrup alone, you are looking at 80 calories right there with 20 grams of sugar. Yikes! The sugar content in their peppermint mochas are unreal. I’m going to try to make this a little more healthier for us to enjoy!

Nutritional Information for Starbucks Peppermint Mocha

For a regular, or Grande, serving size which is 16 fluid ounces, a peppermint mocha contains 440 calories. As well as 16 grams of total fat, 140 mg of sodium, 63 grams of total carbohydrates, 54 grams of sugar, and 175 mg of caffeine.

Oh man, after seeing those numbers, I regret every single peppermint mocha I have had in store from Starbucks! If you don’t believe me, you can look for it yourself over at Starbucks Nutrition’s Page. I’d hate to see how much a Venti is, wouldn’t you?!

How Can You Make the Peppermint Mocha Healthier For You?

One of the easiest ways to cut back both the calories and the sugar is to use a sugar-free syrup. And trust me, they are not bad at all! They taste great and you don’t even notice that they are sugar free.

One of my favorite brands to use is Jordan’s Skinny Syrups. They have a huge variety to chose from and have so many different flavors. I used the peppermint bark syrup for this recipe and it was perfect! And a little goes a long way too.

I only used about 1/2 a teaspoon in my recipe. Or basically one little pump peppermint syrup compared to Starbucks whopping 4 pumps.

Another way to make the holiday drinks more healthy is depending on what milk you use. Typically, Starbucks uses whole milk in their recipes because it froths up the best. I have made my recipe with both whole milk and nonfat milk before and honestly I can’t really tell a difference.

I’ve also used one percent milk for it too. I haven’t tried it with oat milk or skim milk yet, but basically you could use whatever kind of milk you want.

I also like to sweeten my Starbucks drinks using Stevia instead of a lot of teaspoons of sugar. As you can see just a few simple swaps like this can definitely make a more healthy Starbucks beverage.

Peppermint Mocha Topping

Starbucks Peppermint Mocha At Home Ingredients

(Makes 1 peppermint mocha)

3/4 cup milk of your choice

3 tablespoons Stevia (or sugar substitute of your choice)

1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder

3/4 cup brewed espresso (or hot, strong coffee)

1/4 teaspoon of Jordan’s Skinny Syrups- Peppermint Bark

1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (You can use my homemade vanilla extract recipe too!)

Whipped cream, optional

Crushed candy canes, or peppermint sprinkles, optional

Nutritional Benefit for Starbucks Peppermint Mocha At Home

Using the above ingredients, it comes out to be only around 164 calories! That’s much better than the 440! It also has 1.8 grams of fat, 8.1 grams of protein, 55.9 grams of carbohydrates, and 127.6 mg of sodium. It also contains 22.9% calcium, 4.3% iron, 291 mg of potassium, 7.5% Vitamin A, and 3.6% Vitamin C.

While it isn’t an absolute health drink, it is much better than the in store option. And it helps when you have a sweet tooth and just want a seasonal sip of some festive drinks! Like I said above, it will definitely put you in the holiday spirit.

Double Starbucks Peppermint Mocha

Making Espresso At Home

Side note, I got a Nespresso machine over Black Friday and I am obsessed! I can’t believe I’ve gone this long without one, considering how much I love Starbucks holiday drink menu. This definitely helps me make them at home more easier!

And yes, they have Starbuck peppermint mocha K Cups and ground coffee that you could use too for this recipe, but I really recommend brewed espresso. It makes all the difference in the world! I promise you, your coffee drinks at home will be top level and taste just like you got it from some fancy coffee shops!

How to a Make Peppermint Mocha at Home

Okay, now we got all the background info out of the way, let’s make a peppermint mocha at home! It’s a super easy recipe and once you’ve made it a few times, you could probably memorize it and not need the recipe!

I also love to double this recipe and make enough for both my husband and I to enjoy on the weekends. It’s a great way to start the day in my opinion!

To make it, first you need to combine the milk, stevia (or whatever sugar substitute you are using), and cocoa in a saucepan. Heat until all the sugar and cocoa powder is dissolved and small bubble begin to form.

Mixing The Peppermint Mocha
I also love using my Caraway Home Saucepan to make this with! It literally is so easy to clean because nothing sticks to it at all.

While doing this, brew some espresso in your Nespresso machine. Again, you could use really strong coffee here too if you do not have a Nespresso or espresso machine. I just use 1 pod for 1 mocha and then use 2 pods if I am making 2.

Brewing the Espresso

Then, stir in your brewed espresso, vanilla extract, and peppermint bark syrup.

Mixing up the Peppermint Mocha

Remove from heat and pour into a mug. Top with whipped cream and peppermint sprinkles or crushed candy canes if desired. You could even top it too with dark chocolate curls or mocha drizzle as well if you have them on hand to make it even more decadent! And enjoy this delicious drink without all the guilt!

Enjoy Your Peppermint Mocha

I hope you enjoyed this Starbucks Peppermint Mocha Copycat recipe! Now, I want to try to make more drinks at home from the Starbucks holiday menu too. Especially since this turned out so tasty!

I love being able to have a tasty treat like this without much sugar and calories. And it also saves me some money since I am not visiting my local Starbucks so much this time of year too!

What is your favorite holiday-themed latte from Starbucks? Let me know in the comments below and maybe I’ll try to recreate that one next at home too! As always, thanks for stopping by my blog and I hope you all have a very Merry Christmas! And enjoy it by sipping on a peppermint mocha at home too!

How to Make Starbucks Peppermint Mocha at Home (A Healthier Version)

Healthier Starbucks Peppermint Mocha Recipe

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Calories 164 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup milk of your choice
  • 3 tbsp Stevia (or your favorite sugar substitute)
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup brewed espresso
  • 1/4 tsp Jordan's Skinny Syrup in Peppermint Bark
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp whipped cream optional
  • 1 tbsp peppermint sprinkles

Instructions
 

  • In a saucepan, combine milk, sugar, and cocoa powder. Heat until small bubbles have formed and all the sugar has dissolved.
  • Stir in espresso, peppermint bark syrup, and vanilla. Remove from heat.
  • Serve in a large mug and top with whipped cream and peppermint sprinkles, if desired.

If you’re looking for more Starbucks copycat recipes, check out my Cranberry Bliss Bars and my Pumpkin Scones recipes as well!

How to Make Peppermint Mocha at Home
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Comments

  1. Eleanor Jones says

    December 20, 2022 at 10:49 am

    I think it’s great to make a classic Starbucks drink without actually buying it- it’s healthier and you can still enjoy one of your favourite drinks at home x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 20, 2022 at 11:02 pm

      I know right!? I think so too!

      Reply
  2. Sue Berk Koch says

    December 20, 2022 at 10:52 am

    I appreciate the breakdown of the recipe! It’s great to save $ whenever possible. Thanks so much.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      December 20, 2022 at 11:03 pm

      Thank you. I love being able to save money too!

      Reply
  3. Ezioma Kalu says

    December 20, 2022 at 1:11 pm

    I think I will have to try out these recipes one of these days. Thank you for this beautiful post. Merry Christmas.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 20, 2022 at 11:08 pm

      Thank you so much! Merry Christmas to you too!

      Reply
  4. Molly | Transatlantic Notes says

    December 20, 2022 at 1:55 pm

    I used to love Starbucks coffees until I found out just how much sugar was in many of them (if I have one now, which is rare, it will only be an espresso). I really like the idea of making a healthier version at home and this recipe shows that it can be done. Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 20, 2022 at 11:08 pm

      I know right! The sugar and calorie count to them are unreal! Much better to make them at home yourself!

      Reply
  5. Julie Ann Shahin says

    December 20, 2022 at 4:50 pm

    That looks so good. Yes, why does it taste better in a Starbucks cup? I never realized how many calories those drinks have! Your recipe is so much better!!! I’d love to know how to make some of their drinks that don’t have coffee in them (I never drink the stuff.)

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 20, 2022 at 11:09 pm

      Thank you so much! I don’t know how to make one really without coffee though, I am obsessed with some coffee! Lol

      Reply
  6. Diomayra says

    December 20, 2022 at 7:59 pm

    I always enjoy a good Starbucks drink but not all the added sugar. Thanks for sharing this!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      December 20, 2022 at 11:09 pm

      No problem at all! Glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  7. Lucy says

    December 20, 2022 at 8:50 pm

    This Peppermint Mocha looks so nice, I’m not a coffee drinker but this does look lovely! x

    Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk

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    • Charity Gentry says

      December 20, 2022 at 11:09 pm

      Thank you so much! I appreciate Lucy.

      Reply
  8. Hannah says

    December 22, 2022 at 12:30 pm

    Oh wow, this looks so good! I totally agree that you can get some really fab sugar free syrups these days, but I haven’t tried that brand before, so I’ll have to see if I can get my hands on it. Great post, thanks for sharing xx

    Hannah | https://luxuryblush.co.uk/

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    • Charity Gentry says

      December 25, 2022 at 11:16 pm

      Thank you, glad you enjoyed it! You should definitely try it out sometime too!

      Reply
  9. KEVIN FOODIE says

    December 22, 2022 at 1:01 pm

    5 stars
    54 grams of sugar in Mocha! This is why it taste so good. Thank you for sharing your healthier homemade version of Starbucks Peppermint Mocha.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 25, 2022 at 11:19 pm

      I know right?! Isn’t that insane?! This way is much better!

      Reply
  10. Faye says

    December 22, 2022 at 6:58 pm

    This is such a great alternative to the Starbucks version – 440 calories in a coffee is crazy! Thanks for sharing your recipe.

    https://www.femaleoriginal.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      December 25, 2022 at 11:19 pm

      I know right?! I thought so too. Glad I could come up with a way to make it a little better for you!

      Reply
  11. Meredith says

    January 7, 2023 at 3:48 pm

    OMG I love everything about making your own Peppermint Mocha at home. Thanks for sharing this recipe, Charity! Trying asap!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      January 7, 2023 at 8:58 pm

      Awe yay! Let me know if you try it and how you like it my friend!

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Do you get ate up by mosquitoes during the summer Do you get ate up by mosquitoes during the summer too?! If so, you need to make this DIY mosquito repellent jar with me! It’s so simple and easy to make. All you need are some sliced lemons, mosquito repellent herbs, citronella essential oil drops, and a jar full of water! I shared more about this ways DIY over on my blog this weekend too so be sure to check that out for more info: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/best-herbs-for-diy-mosquito-repellent/ 🌿

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#mosquitobites #mosquitorepellent #mosquitorepellant #mosquitorepellents #mosquitorepellentplants #mosquitorepellentforkids
I can’t believe this one plant for just $13.98 t I can’t believe this one plant for just $13.98 that I got from @loweshomeimprovement filled all these little pots and planters on my porch!! It’s just a great and cost effective way to fill a lot of planters. I always love to buy the pretty blooming flowers too, but they tend to cost a little more. And doing it this way saves some money and looks just as cute in my opinion! What do you guys think?! Let me know below! 👇🏻
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#planthacks #planthack #plantingtips #loweshomeimprovement #lowesfinds #cheaphacks
Help me pick out a tea to sip on today! 😉 I end Help me pick out a tea to sip on today! 😉 I ended up going with the tried and true peach ginger detox gold tea from @tearunners and it did not disappoint! I love having this one over ice and if you’re a tea lover too, you definitely need to try it out! Plus, you can use my code “CHARITY10” for 10% off too! 🙌🏻
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#tearunners #peachtea #detoxteas #icedteas #herbaltealover #icedpeachtea #herbalteas
Happy Memorial Day my friends! Let us not forget t Happy Memorial Day my friends! Let us not forget the real reason why we’re off today. I’m so thankful for all the brave men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice in protecting our freedom! 🇺🇸 What are you guys up to today?? We were going to grill out, but the weather is kinda crappy so we may have to pivot! 😂 But, I hope you all have a great day my friends!!
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#vintageamericana #vintagepatriotic #vintagepatrioticdecor #americanadecor #memorialdaydecor #fourthofjulydecor
Sharing my nightly skincare routine featuring @dim Sharing my nightly skincare routine featuring @dimebeautyco since they are having such an amazing sale for Memorial Day weekend!! Use my code “CharityG” to get 30% off everything, including sale items! Plus, FREE rollerball perfume on orders of $50 or more, FREE wonderscreen sunscreen on orders of $75 or more, and FREE travel bag and wonderscreen on orders of $110 or more!! Y’all know I love me some DIME Beauty products and this is seriously one of the very best sales of the year!! Don’t miss out and step up your skincare game with these tried and true products! Plus, they are all clean and cruelty free too! Use the link in my stories today to shop! 😉
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#dimebeauty #dimebeautypartner #memorialdayweekendsale #cleanskinclub #crueltyfreeskincareproducts #cleanskincareproducts #selfcaresundays
Is it really Memorial Day weekend if you don’t m Is it really Memorial Day weekend if you don’t make a patriotic themed dessert?! 🇺🇸 Y’all know I love to bake and especially when there is a seasonal theme I can do too! So these patriotic sugar cookie bars were a huge hit! Now I can enjoy them all weekend long 😂 Are y’all doing anything fun!? We’re just hanging around here all weekend which is totally fine by me! Let me know what you’re up to below! 👇🏻
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#memorialdaydessert #memorialdaydessert #patrioticdessert #patrioticdesserts #sugarcookiebars #patrioticcookies
I’m so excited to share how easy it was to build I’m so excited to share how easy it was to build my @vego_garden raised beds!! I’m absolutely loving how they turned out, and I cannot wait to start planting all the things!! However, we do have a ton of deer around here so I will need all the tips and tricks to keep them away from eating my garden! 🦌 Let me know below if you have any ideas for me! I’ll keep you posted on what I decide to plant in these pretty garden beds too! I definitely want to try my hand at growing some veggies this year! 🥗 And if you are wanting some new garden beds too, you can use my coupon code “MORNINGS10OFF” for $10 off!! 🙌🏻
#growyourfood #vegogarden #vegogardens #raisedgardens #raisedgardenbed #raisedgarden
I just love when my @hungryroot box gets delivered I just love when my @hungryroot box gets delivered! It provides me with a week’s worth of easy, yet delicious dinner ideas and I don’t have to spend time meal planning and going to the grocery store! If you want to simply your dinners too, then you definitely need to check them out! And you can use my code “Charity40” to get 40% off, plus a free gift too! 🙌🏻
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#hungryroot #hungryrootrecipes #easydinners #easydinnerrecipes #easydinneridea
🌹It’s time to enjoy the beauty of flowers wi 🌹It’s time to  enjoy the beauty of flowers with our Flower Lovin’ Friends! 🌹
I just love this cute little planter I got from @antiquefarmhouse a few years ago! It’s always my favorite to refresh it and put some fresh flowers and greenery in it! 🌺 And I think it looks perfect on the porch, don’t you?! Have a happy Wednesday my friends!! 😉

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I’m so excited to share @bollandbranch Memorial I’m so excited to share @bollandbranch Memorial Day sale going on right now!! They literally have the best bedding ever! I’m loving this new linen duvet set for the guest bedroom! Definitely gives the space a little pop of color, which I love! And you can use my code “Macedonia” to get 20% off anything from Boll and Branch too! 🙌🏻

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I can’t believe Memorial Day weekend is this com I can’t believe Memorial Day weekend is this coming weekend!! So excited for the unofficial start to summer! 😉 And if you’re looking for a delicious, patriotic dessert to celebrate, I’ve got you covered with this patriotic apple cobbler! 🍎 I shared the full recipe over on my blog this weekend so be sure to check it out and let me know what you think here: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/southern-apple-cobbler-recipe/ 😋
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#memorialdaydessert #patrioticdessert #patrioticdesserts #patriotictreats #applecobbler #fourthofjulydessert #fourthofjulydesserts
Well I just thought I was looking all cute and fes Well I just thought I was looking all cute and festive at the PGA Championship yesterday, right until a bird crapped all over me.. on the very first hole too!! Swipe over for a good laugh 🤣 So then I got to walk around with bird crap all over me in the 90 degree heat all day while hubby had the time of his life 😜 But, all in all, we had a fun quick trip to Charlotte and back again! Have a happy Saturday my friends!! Hopefully I’ll be safe from the birds today 😂
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#pgachampionship #quailhollow #quailhollowclub #charlottenorthcarolina #pgagolf #golfhumor⛳️ #quailhollowcountryclub
Happy Morgan Wallen Album Release Day Everyone! 🤣 I’ve been binge listening all morning long so far. We’re on our way to Charlotte again this weekend so I’ve had plenty of time to listen and so far I’m loving it, no surprise there 😉 But we’re heading to the PGA Championship today and hubby is over the moon excited for it. And I’m just along for the ride 😂 It should be a good day though and I hope you all have an amazing Friday my friends! 🙌🏻 And I just thought I’d share a quick view of how I styled some of the vintage patriotic pieces I found last time we were in Charlotte too today! 🇺🇸
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#pgachampionship #quailhollow #vintagepatrioticdecor #morganwallenmusic #morganwallenfans #charlottencevents
So excited for this candle vault launch from @anti So excited for this candle vault launch from @antiquecandleco_ 🙌🏻 Starting today and only for a limited time, you can receive the following discontinued but well loved fragrances from their site! And you can use my code “Macedonia20” for 20% off too! 😉 Check out these amazing vaulted fragrances here:

Back Roads: An outdoorsy aroma with top notes of fresh-cut leaves, lemon, and apple highlighted by bold cedarwood, sweet jasmine, lavender, violet, and lilac.

Clean Cotton: A crisp scent of freshly cleaned linens, highlighted with a kiss of sweet citrus and a slightly woody bottom note.

Lemon Eucalyptus: A fresh aroma of bright lemon and sweet orange, highlighted with a bouquet of eucalyptus leaves, citrus blooms, and wild mint. 

Sage & Citrus: A clean, herbal scent of bittersweet lemon and lime combined with an earthy bouquet of fresh, spicy sage.

Vanilla Bean: A warm, cozy scent of vanilla bean with soft, spiced notes of clove, nutmeg and cinnamon bark.
#soycandlesforsale #soycandlesandgifts #antiquecandleco #summerscents #summerscent
Sharing some views of my vintage patriotic tablesc Sharing some views of my vintage patriotic tablescape today! I love how it turned out! And having the Coca Cola crate as my centerpiece tray is the perfect touch I think! Also, I had the best birthday yesterday, even if it was the middle of the work week 😉 Thank you so much for all the birthday wishes! Can’t believe I’m officially 32 though now. Time can officially slow on down 🤣 Have a great Wednesday my friends!

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#vintagepatriotic #vintagepatrioticdecor #vintageamericana #vintageamerican #patrioticvibes #patriotictablescape
Happy 32nd birthday to me and Morgan Wallen today! Happy 32nd birthday to me and Morgan Wallen today!! 🤣 Do you share your birthday with a celebrity too?? Let me know below! 👇🏻 And I wish I still had some of this cream cheese pound cake to enjoy for it! But unfortunately, we ate it all this weekend 😂 I’ll just have to get myself another kind of dessert to celebrate 😉 But if you’re looking for an amazing pound cake recipe, I have this one saved on my blog. And trust me, it does not disappoint. Especially with some sugared strawberries and freshly made whipped cream! 😋 Get the recipe here: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/cream-cheese-pound-cake/ 🍰
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#32ndbirthday #birthdaycakeideas #poundcakes #poundcakerecipe #creamcheesepoundcake #birthdaydesserts
Happy Monday friends! I hope you all had a wonderf Happy Monday friends! I hope you all had a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend! We added a few more plants to our window box this weekend and I’m so happy with how it turned out. It just needed a little bit more color and height, and now I think it looks much better! 🌺 What did y’all get into this weekend?! Let me know below! 👇🏻
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#windowbox #windowboxes #windowboxesofinstagram #windowboxwednesday #windowboxbeauty #windowboxesofcharleston
I have been so impressed with @purecravingspet cat I have been so impressed with @purecravingspet cat food! In case you didn’t know, Pure Cravings is the first and only brand that mercury tests every single tuna and salmon, and every catch of sardines and mackerel, to ensure it’s safe for cats! And since I’m a loud and proud cat mom, I only want to give the very best to my fur babies! 😻 And I’m sure you do too! That’s why they were nice enough to give me a coupon code to share with you guys! Just use the code “morningsonmacedonia” to get 10% off your order from Pure Cravings!! Trust me, your feline companions will thank you!! 😹 #PureCravingsPawtner #purecravingspet
The cutest little oil & vinegar set! 😍 I don’ The cutest little oil & vinegar set! 😍 I don’t know why I’ve never actually had my olive oil out on the counter, especially since I use it every night!! But I guess I just didn’t have a cute enough dispenser for it. So I’m glad I have one now! Do you leave oil & vinegar out on your counters too?! 

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🌸It’s time to enjoy the beauty of flowers wi 🌸It’s time to  enjoy the beauty of flowers with our Flower Lovin’ Friends!

I just love how my DIY herb garden markers turned out! You may remember, I made these last year and they are still going strong again this year! I love the way they look and I think it really pops inside my herb garden! 🪴 I will share my blog post here which explains more in depth on how I made these markers: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/herb-garden-markers-diy/ 🌱 Be sure to go check it out and let me know what you think below!

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Cindy @tre.vue
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#herbgarden #gardenmarkers #gardenmarker #plantmarker #plantlabel #diygarden #diygardening

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