Peppermint Christmas Cooler Diabetic
Cool, crisp, and delightfully refreshing, the Peppermint Christmas Cooler is a festive drink that’s perfect for those managing their sugar intake. This diabetic-friendly recipe pairs sugar-free peppermint syrup with sparkling water and a splash of lime juice, creating a bubbly, minty base that’s light and invigorating. Enhanced with crushed ice, fresh mint leaves, and an optional hint of stevia for added sweetness, each sip delivers a holiday-inspired burst of flavor. Garnished with a decorative sugar-free candy cane, this 10-minute no-cook recipe is as visually charming as it is delicious—making it an ideal drink for holiday parties, cozy nights in, or any time you crave a guilt-free seasonal treat.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Sugar-free peppermint syrup
- 2 cups Unsweetened sparkling water
- 1 cup Crushed ice
- 6 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon Lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Stevia (optional, to taste)
- 2 pieces Candy cane (sugar-free, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
1. In a pitcher, combine the sugar-free peppermint syrup, lime juice, and sparkling water. Stir gently to mix.
Step 2
2. Taste the mix and, if desired, add a touch of stevia for additional sweetness. Stir until dissolved.
Step 3
3. Fill two glasses with crushed ice, about halfway up each glass.
Step 4
4. Pour the peppermint mixture over the ice, dividing evenly between both glasses.
Step 5
5. Gently bruise the fresh mint leaves with your hands or a muddler to release their aroma. Add three mint leaves to each glass.
Step 6
6. Stir the drink lightly to combine the flavors without losing carbonation.
Step 7
7. Garnish each glass with a sugar-free candy cane hanging delicately on the rim for a festive touch.
Step 8
8. Serve immediately and enjoy this cool and refreshing holiday treat!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (766.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 23.1 |
| Total Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 0.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 8.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.2g | |
| Protein 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 9.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 25.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories