Peanut Butter Hot Cocoa
Cozy up with a mug of rich and creamy Peanut Butter Hot Cocoa, a decadent twist on the classic winter favorite that combines the velvety smoothness of peanut butter with the deep, chocolatey notes of cocoa. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, making it the perfect treat for chilly nights or an indulgent dessert drink. Made with simple pantry staples like milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, creamy peanut butter, and a hint of vanilla, it delivers a luscious, comforting flavor in every sip. Top your steaming cup with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings for a visually stunning and utterly delicious finishing touch. Perfect for peanut butter lovers, this hot cocoa will warm your soul and satisfy your sweet tooth all at once!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
- whipped cream (optional, for serving)
- chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, cocoa powder, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk constantly until the cocoa powder and sugar are fully dissolved and the mixture is warmed through (but not boiling).
Add the peanut butter to the saucepan and whisk until it is fully melted and incorporated with the hot cocoa mixture, creating a smooth consistency.
Stir in the vanilla extract and remove the saucepan from the heat.
Pour the Peanut Butter Hot Cocoa into two mugs.
Optionally, top each mug with whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate shavings for an extra touch of indulgence.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
650 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.5 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 476 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.6 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.1 g | ||
| Protein | 27.0 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 656 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1150 mg | 24% | |
*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.
