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    Chocolate de Maní (Peanut "Cocoa")

    Chocolate de maní (peanut "cocoa") recipe.

    En Español Recipe ↆ

    You don't have to start your day with boring food, try this warm, thick chocolate de maní (roasted peanut 'cocoa'), a creamy, filling, nutritious and flavorful morning drink. It was a weekend tradition in my family, and still remains so. Pour yourself a steaming cup today!

    Chocolate de maní (peanut "cocoa") served with pan de agua.
    Chocolate de maní (peanut "cocoa").

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    1. Why we ❤️ it
    2. Dominican "chocolates"
    3. Serving suggestions
    4. Top tips
    5. About this recipe
    6. Video
    7. Recipe
    8. More peanut recipes

    Why we ❤️ it

    One of my favorite Dominican sayings, which I mention often, is "cada cocinero tiene su librito" (every cook has his little book).

    Although this saying does not necessarily refer to just cooking, it makes it clear that no two cooks do things the same way. Likewise, it can be said that there are no two houses in which the culinary traditions are identical. This nutritious, flavorful chocolate de maní (peanut "cocoa") is an example, and I invite you to try my family's favorite hot breakfast drink.

    Dominican "chocolates"

    Apart from the standard use of "chocolate" to refer to products made from cocoa, in our country we also use the word to refer to certain hot milk-based drinks.

    Besides this one, we also have "chocolate" de maíz recipe, made with roasted and ground corn (gofio), and of course, the classic chocolate recipe, and the popular chocolate de agua (without milk).

    Cup of chocolate de maní (peanut "cocoa") and unshelled peanuts.
    Grating nutmet into peanut "cocoa".

    Chocolate de maní (peanut "cocoa").

    Serving suggestions

    This is the perfect drink to serve with some pan de agua bread, arepa dulce or arepa salada cornbreads, and even with yaniqueque fritters for breakfast.

    Top tips

    • Use almond, soy or rice milk for a vegan version.
    • You may use a sweetener of your choice in place of sugar.

    About this recipe

    For me, this drink is almost a symbol of my paternal home kitchen; no weekend breakfast lacked this nutritious and delicious peanut cocoa. For this, I have faithfully followed mami's recipe.

    If you make it at home, I would love to know if you have any particular touch that makes it different from this one.

    Buen provecho!

    Tia Clara

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    Recipe

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    Chocolate de Maní [Recipe + Video] Dominican Peanut 'Cocoa'

    By: Clara Gonzalez
    This warm, thick, creamy, flavorful chocolate de maní (roasted peanut 'cocoa') was a popular weekend breakfast tradition in my family, and very much worth trying.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast, Dinner
    Cuisine Dominican
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 453 kcal

    Ingredients

    • 1½ cup unsalted toasted peanuts
    • 2 quarts skim milk, [2 lt]
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup sugar (white, granulated), , or to taste
    • 2 cinnamon sticks
    • 6 cloves
    • 1 teaspoon nutmeg (freshly-grated), (optional)

    Instructions
     

    Blending

    • Blending ingredients.
      Blend the roasted peanuts with the milk and half of the sugar. This may take some time; we don't want it to have a grainy texture. I ran the blender for 3 minutes at full speed, cleaned the sides with a spatula, and blended for two more minutes. You may have to blend more or less depending on your blender.
      Add all other ingredients and sugar to taste. Pour into a saucepan.

    Heating

    • Heating cocoa.
      Boil for 10 minutes over low heat.
      Remove the cinnamon sticks and cloves.

    Serving

    • Serving chocolate de maní.
      Serve hot, and sprinkle the nutmeg on top.

    Tips and Notes

    Use almond, soy or rice milk for a vegan version.
    You may use sweetener of your choice in place of sugar.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 453kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 19gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 135mgPotassium: 732mgFiber: 4gSugar: 51gVitamin A: 645IUCalcium: 416mgIron: 1mg

    Nutritional information is calculated automatically based on ingredients listed. Please consult your doctor if you need precise nutrition information.

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    And if you love the taste of peanuts (huge fan!), don't miss this dulce de maní (Dominican peanut candy), mambá (savory peanut butter), and this Reese's pie recipe.

    By Tia Clara - Published May 5, 2011, revised Apr 18, 2023

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