Yummy Chocolate Peanut Butter Hot Cocoa…

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If your anything like me, in the evenings your sweet tooth comes out.  I usually curb my cravings with a piece of dark chocolate but I have found an even better alternative to make you feel good.  I stumbled upon this recipe for chocolate peanut butter hot cocoa… Packed with everything good for you, this hot drink is sure to appease your sweet tooth:)

 

Chocolate Peanut Butter Hot Cocoa

Adapted from Tall, Dark, and Handsome Hawt Cocoa.

Yield: 2-4 servings (3.5-4 cups)

Ingredients:

  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk (14-15oz)
  • 1.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder, sifted
  • 2 tbsp all natural peanut butter
  • Pinch or two of kosher salt, to taste
  • 6 tablespoons of maple syrup to taste

Directions: Sift the cocoa powder. This step is key so it is not clumpy! Throw all ingredients into a pot and whisk like crazy. Bring to a low boil and then simmer on low for several minutes while whisking to remove any remaining clumps. Pour into 2 mugs  Enjoy !! Makes 2-4 servings (3.5-4 cups).