Spotlight on Peppermint Vitality
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 favorite cooking and baking recipes!
Uses for Peppermint Vitality
Add a drop to water to enhance the digestive process.
Add as refreshing flavoring 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 Vitality 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 Vitality 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 Vitality 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.
Once cooled - use your favorite 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, neighbors or just because!
Healthier Peppermint Brownies
1 cup oats
â…“ 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 Vitality
¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips for mixing and topping
1. Place eggs on the counter and allow them to reach room temperature. Preheat oven to 350° F.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. In a separate dish, melt coconut oil in the microwave or on the stove. Allow to cool but not harden.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared dish, then use the spatula to smooth the batter evenly into the pan. Top with extra chocolate chips.
8. 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 center.
9. Let the brownies cool, then cut and serve.
YL tip: Experiment with other Vitality oils. Cinnamon Bark, Nutmeg, or Orange would all be tasty flavor 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 Vitality
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 flavor 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 Vitality 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
1-2 drops Peppermint Vitality
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
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 Vitality essential oil
2 drops Spearmint Vitality 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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