You know that feeling when you want coffee but also dessert — when your brain says, “I need caffeine,” but your heart whispers, “…and maybe chocolate?”
That’s exactly how this drink was born.
It started on one of those too-warm afternoons when I didn’t want hot coffee but still needed that little pick-me-up. I opened the fridge, saw peanut butter sitting there next to the milk, and thought, “That could work.” A spoonful later, a swirl of chocolate syrup, a bit of ice, and the blender roaring like it had something to prove — and boom. Magic.
It’s cold and creamy and tastes like if coffee and a Reese’s cup decided to have a love child. It’s the kind of drink you make once and then crave every weekend after. It’s sweet without being too much, rich without being heavy, and somehow it hits all the right spots — the comfort of peanut butter, the depth of coffee, and that chocolate drizzle that just makes you close your eyes for a second.
You can make it fancy if you want — add whipped cream, crushed peanuts, maybe a drizzle that looks artistic (or messy, depending on your skill level). But honestly, even if you just pour it straight from the blender and drink it with a spoon, it still feels like a treat.
This frappuccino isn’t about perfection. It’s about giving yourself five quiet minutes in the middle of a busy day to taste something that makes you happy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brewed coffee, cooled
- 2 tbsp peanut butter
- 2 tbsp chocolate syrup
- 1–2 tbsp sugar (or honey, or nothing if you like it less sweet)
- Whipped cream for topping
- 1 cup milk (any kind — oat, almond, whole, whatever you like)
- 1 cup ice
- Extra chocolate syrup for drizzling
Directions
1. Chill the coffee.
Make the coffee first and let it cool. You don’t want to ruin your frappuccino with warm coffee — it’ll just melt the ice and turn it watery.
2. Blend the base.
In a blender, add your coffee, milk, peanut butter, chocolate syrup, and sugar. Blend for a few seconds until it all comes together.
3. Add ice and blend again.
Throw in the ice and blend until it’s thick and creamy. You’re going for that smooth, shake-like texture. If it’s too runny, add a few more cubes.
4. Taste and tweak.
Give it a quick taste. Want it nuttier? Add more peanut butter. Want it more chocolatey? A little more syrup never hurt anyone.
5. Pour and serve.
Pour into a chilled glass. Top with whipped cream, drizzle with chocolate, and — if you’re feeling bold — sprinkle crushed peanuts or cocoa powder. Take a sip. That’s your “I deserve this” moment.
Recipe FAQs
1. Can I skip the coffee?
You can — it’ll taste more like a peanut butter milkshake. Still amazing, just less of that coffee punch.
2. Does it have to be peanut butter?
Nope. Almond butter or hazelnut spread works great too. But peanut butter gives it that classic Reese’s vibe.
3. My blender’s not strong — will it still work?
Yes, just crush your ice a bit before blending or use smaller cubes. It might take longer, but the taste will still be worth it.
4. Can I make it vegan?
Totally. Use non-dairy milk and plant-based chocolate syrup. You’ll never know the difference.
5. How do I make it extra thick, like coffee shop style?
Use less milk or add a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It turns into something dangerously close to a milkshake and honestly, that’s not a bad thing.
There’s something really comforting about making a drink like this. It’s simple, it’s quick, but it feels special like a little luxury you didn’t have to buy. You make it with what’s already in your kitchen, and somehow it tastes like a small celebration.
Reese’s Peanut Butter Frappuccino
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servings30
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* 1 cup brewed coffee, cooled
* 1 cup milk (any kind — oat, almond, whole, whatever you like)
* 2 tbsp peanut butter
* 2 tbsp chocolate syrup
* 1–2 tbsp sugar (or honey, or nothing if you like it less sweet)
* 1 cup ice
* Whipped cream for topping
* Extra chocolate syrup for drizzling
Directions
- *1. Chill the coffee.*
- Make the coffee first and let it cool. You don’t want to ruin your frappuccino with warm coffee — it’ll just melt the ice and turn it watery.
- *2. Blend the base.*
- In a blender, add your coffee, milk, peanut butter, chocolate syrup, and sugar. Blend for a few seconds until it all comes together.
- *3. Add ice and blend again.*
- Throw in the ice and blend until it’s thick and creamy. You’re going for that smooth, shake-like texture. If it’s too runny, add a few more cubes.
- *4. Taste and tweak.*
- Give it a quick taste. Want it nuttier? Add more peanut butter. Want it more chocolatey? A little more syrup never hurt anyone.
- *5. Pour and serve.*
- Pour into a chilled glass. Top with whipped cream, drizzle with chocolate, and — if you’re feeling bold — sprinkle crushed peanuts or cocoa powder. Take a sip. That’s your “I deserve this” moment.
