Peanut Butter Cocoa
Indulge in the ultimate cozy treat with this rich and creamy Peanut Butter Cocoa, a delightful twist on traditional hot chocolate. Perfect for chilly evenings, this decadent drink blends the velvety smoothness of creamy peanut butter with the deep, bold flavor of unsweetened cocoa powder, all sweetened to perfection with a touch of granulated sugar. A hint of vanilla extract ties together the nutty and chocolatey notes, creating a luxurious beverage that's pure comfort in a mug. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for two servings, making it a wonderful choice for sharing or savoring solo. Top it off with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings for an extra touch of indulgence. Whether you're a peanut butter lover or simply looking for an elevated hot cocoa experience, this Peanut Butter Cocoa is sure to become a winter favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- optional, for topping Whipped cream
- optional, for garnish Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and granulated sugar.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk the mixture continuously until the cocoa powder and sugar dissolve completely and the milk starts to warm, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the creamy peanut butter to the saucepan and whisk until it is fully melted and incorporated into the cocoa mixture, about 1-2 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the vanilla extract. Continue to heat for another minute, ensuring the mixture is smooth and creamy, but do not let it boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully pour the hot cocoa into two mugs.
If desired, top each mug with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Peanut Butter Cocoa!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
345 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.2 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 35 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 178 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.4 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 299 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 495 mg | 11% | |
*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.
