Decadent Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate
Indulge in the ultimate cozy treat with this Decadent Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate—a luscious blend of rich, creamy flavors that will warm your soul. This velvety beverage combines whole milk and heavy cream with the bold depth of unsweetened cocoa powder and semi-sweet chocolate chips, making each sip intensely chocolatey. What sets it apart is the addition of creamy peanut butter, which lends a nutty, luxurious twist that's impossible to resist. Topped with a dollop of whipped cream, a sprinkle of chocolate shavings, or crushed peanuts, this hot chocolate is not just a drink—it's an experience. Ready in just 15 minutes, this indulgent recipe is perfect for cozying up during chilly evenings or treating yourself to a decadent dessert drink.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Creamy peanut butter
- 1.5 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- optional for garnish Whipped cream
- optional for garnish Chocolate shavings
- optional for garnish Crushed peanuts
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream over medium heat. Warm the mixture, stirring occasionally, until it is steaming but not boiling.
Whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder and granulated sugar until fully dissolved, ensuring no lumps remain.
Add the creamy peanut butter to the saucepan and whisk until it melts and incorporates smoothly into the mixture.
Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and continue stirring until they are completely melted and the mixture is silky and smooth.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the hot chocolate into two mugs.
Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or crushed peanuts for an added touch of indulgence, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Decadent Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
723 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.6 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.4 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 200 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.8 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.2 g | ||
| Protein | 18.4 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 311 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 590 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
