Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 tablespoons (25 g) granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon (7 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 tablespoon water
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1 cup (240 ml) milk, any percentage
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1 heaping tablespoon (approx. 18 g) creamy peanut butter, not natural
→ Optional Toppings
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Whipped cream
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Peanut butter sauce
# Instructions:
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Combine granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium, stirring constantly, until sugar and cocoa are completely dissolved.
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Add milk and creamy peanut butter to the saucepan. Stir well. Continue heating, stirring occasionally, until the milk begins to steam and the peanut butter is fully incorporated.
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Pour the hot chocolate into an 8-ounce (240 ml) mug. Top with whipped cream and a drizzle of peanut butter sauce if desired.
# Notes:
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For a microwave option, combine cocoa powder, sugar, and water in a mug and microwave for 15 seconds. Add peanut butter, stir, then mix in milk. Heat for 1 to 1.5 minutes until steaming, stirring to combine.
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To make peanut butter sauce, combine 2 tablespoons corn syrup with 1 tablespoon peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 10 to 20 seconds until bubbling, then stir until smooth.