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Rich Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate Recipe for Cozy Nights

Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate Recipe — a cozy winter drink that tastes like peanut butter cups but is lighter on calories. With only four ingredients, it’s simple, quick, and delicious.

Side shot of peanut butter hot chocolate in glass mug with whipped topping and chocolate chips.

PEANUT BUTTER HOT CHOCOLATE

This peanut butter hot chocolate is a rich, sweet, and slightly salty drink that hits the spot on chilly days. It really does evoke the flavor of peanut butter cups while letting you control calories and ingredients. It’s ideal for movie nights, lazy Sunday mornings, or any time you want a comforting beverage.

Use your preferred milk—whole, 2%, low-fat, almond, or soy—and choose milk or semi‑sweet chocolate chips. To reduce sugar, swap the packets of sugar for a low-calorie sweetener such as Sweet ’N Low. Finish with whipped cream and a sprinkle of mini chocolate or peanut butter chips for an extra treat.

Quick and easy to prepare, this hot chocolate comes together in minutes and is perfect to share. Follow the simple instructions below to make one serving; scale the ingredient amounts if you want more cups.

HOW TO MAKE PEANUT BUTTER HOT CHOCOLATE?

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, chocolate chips, and creamy peanut butter. Warm over medium-low heat while whisking constantly—do not bring to a boil.
  • When the chocolate and peanut butter are fully melted and the mixture is smooth, remove the pan from the heat.
  • Stir in the sweetener or sugar until dissolved. Pour into a serving mug.
  • Top with whipped cream and garnish with mini chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, or sprinkles, if desired.
  • Serve immediately while hot.

Overhead shot of peanut butter hot chocolate with whipped cream and peanut butter chips.

For best results, whisk continuously while the mixture heats so the chocolate melts evenly and the peanut butter incorporates without separating. Adjust sweetness to taste and try different milks to vary richness and texture.

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PEANUT BUTTER HOT CHOCOLATE RECIPE:

Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate

Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate Recipe

Rich and creamy hot chocolate with peanut butter — sweet and salty, perfect for cold days.
Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 2 mins | Total Time: 7 mins
Course: Drinks | Cuisine: American | Servings: 1 | Calories: 663 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk (2% recommended; or use almond/soy)
  • 3 Tablespoons milk chocolate chips (or semi‑sweet)
  • 3 Tablespoons creamy peanut butter
  • 2 packets Sweet ’N Low sweetener (or sugar to taste)

Instructions

  1. Combine milk, chocolate chips, and peanut butter in a medium saucepan and heat gently while whisking. Do not boil.
  2. When smooth and hot, remove from heat.
  3. Stir in Sweet ’N Low or sugar until dissolved.
  4. Pour into a mug, top with whipped cream, and garnish with mini chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, or sprinkles.
  5. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 663 kcal | Carbohydrates: 53 g | Protein: 21 g | Fat: 42 g | Saturated Fat: 16 g

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