Peanut butter frozen hot chocolate

Why you’ll love this recipe

I love this recipe because it comes together in just 5 minutes and tastes like a frozen candy bar in drink form. I only need a handful of simple ingredients, and the blender does almost all the work for me. I also like how easy it is to dress it up with whipped cream, hot fudge, extra peanut butter, or chopped peanut butter cups when I want it to feel a little more special.

Ingredients

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• 2 cups chocolate milk
• 4 packets hot chocolate mix
• 1/2 cup mini peanut butter cups, about 10 miniature Reese’s, plus more for garnish
• 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter, plus more for garnish
• 3 to 4 cups ice
• whipped cream
• hot fudge sauce, for garnish

Directions

1. I combine the chocolate milk, hot chocolate mix, mini peanut butter cups, creamy peanut butter, and ice in a high-powered blender.
2. I pulse everything until the ice breaks down into small, even pieces and the mixture looks thick and smooth.
3. I pour the frozen hot chocolate into two tall glasses.
4. I top each glass with whipped cream, hot fudge sauce, a drizzle of peanut butter, and extra chopped peanut butter cups if I want more texture and flavor.

Servings and timing

I get 2 servings from this recipe, which makes it perfect for sharing or for making two generous glasses at once. I only need about 5 minutes from start to finish, so this is one of my favorite quick dessert drinks when I want something fun without much effort.

Variations

I sometimes switch things up depending on what I have at home. I can use dark chocolate milk for a deeper chocolate flavor, or I can add a little vanilla ice cream for an even thicker and creamier texture. When I want a stronger peanut butter taste, I add an extra spoonful of peanut butter on top before serving. I also like to blend in a few chocolate chips or use crushed peanut butter sandwich cookies for a different twist.

Storage/reheating

I think this drink is best enjoyed right after blending because the icy texture is what makes it special. If I need to hold it for a short time, I keep it in the freezer for a few minutes and stir or re-blend it before serving. I do not reheat this recipe since it is meant to be served frozen. If it melts too much, I just add a little more ice and blend it again to bring back the thick texture.

FAQs

Can I make this without peanut butter cups?

I can leave out the peanut butter cups if I do not have them, and the drink will still taste great because the creamy peanut butter adds plenty of flavor.

Can I use regular milk instead of chocolate milk?

I can use regular milk, but I would expect a lighter chocolate flavor. I like chocolate milk here because it gives the drink a richer base.

What kind of blender works best?

I get the best results with a high-powered blender because it crushes the ice into small pieces and makes the drink smoother.

How do I make it thicker?

I make it thicker by adding more ice or blending in a small scoop of ice cream. I also use less liquid if I want a more spoonable texture.

Can I make this ahead of time?

I would not make it too far ahead because the frozen texture starts to melt quickly. I prefer blending it fresh and serving it right away.

Conclusion

I love how easy this Peanut Butter Frozen Hot Chocolate is to make and how it delivers big dessert flavor in just a few minutes. It is creamy, chocolatey, cold, and packed with peanut butter goodness, which makes it a recipe I come back to whenever I want a quick sweet treat.

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