Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate

Aug 20, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate in a ceramic mug

A rich hot chocolate blended with creamy peanut butter for added depth and flavor. Smooth and warm, it combines cocoa, sugar, milk, and peanut butter for a comforting treat.

Prep 5 min

Cook 5 min

Total 10 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 tbsp (10.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
2.0 tbsp (25.0 g)granulated sugar
10.0 fl oz (300.0 ml)whole milk
½ fl oz (15.0 ml)creamy peanut butter

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Instructions

Combine cocoa powder, sugar, and 2 fl oz (60 ml) whole milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
Whisk until smooth and lump-free, then add the remaining milk and peanut butter.
Continue heating gently, whisking constantly, until the mixture is steaming and hot but not boiling.
Pour into a mug and serve immediately.

Tips

Use natural creamy peanut butter for a more pronounced flavor. Stir well to prevent peanut butter from settling at the bottom.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make peanut butter hot chocolate?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep and 5 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make peanut butter hot chocolate ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and rewarm gently on the stove; don't let it boil.

How do I make peanut butter hot chocolate dairy-free?

Use oat or almond milk in place of dairy milk, and dairy-free ice cream, yogurt or whipped topping where the recipe calls for them. Check packaged toppings and sauces for milk.

A rich hot chocolate blended with creamy peanut butter for added depth and flavor. Smooth and warm, it combines cocoa, sugar, milk, and peanut butter for a comforting treat.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

395 Calories / serving

19.0g Fat

48.6g Carbs

15.6g Protein

42.3g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~395 cal · 19g fat · 49g carbs · 16g protein · 42g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 395 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 54 min·2.7 mi·~5400 steps
Moderate cycling 40 min·8.0 mi
Swimming laps 55 min
Jogging 39 min·3.3 mi·~6250 steps
Stair climbing 36 min·~3250 steps
Dancing 64 min
Bodyweight circuit training 40 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 92 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.