Peanut Punch
The Quirky Foodster Team
Ingredients
- Smooth peanut butter — 200 g (¾ cup)
- Whole milk — 750 ml (3 cups)
- Sweetened condensed milk — 100 ml (⅓ cup)
- Vanilla extract — 5 ml (1 tsp)
- Ground nutmeg, plus extra for garnish — 2 g (¼ tsp)
- Ground cinnamon — 2 g (¼ tsp)
- Ice cubes — 150 g (about 1½ cups)
Method
- Combine peanut butter, milk, condensed milk, vanilla, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a blender.
- Blend on high for 1–2 minutes until completely smooth and creamy.
- Add ice cubes and blend again for 30–45 seconds until frothy and well chilled.
- If a smoother texture is preferred, strain through a fine strainer to remove any peanut solids.
- Taste and adjust sweetness with a little more condensed milk if desired.
- Pour into tall glasses and dust the top with a little extra grated nutmeg.
- Serve immediately while cold and frothy.
Introduction: Peanut punch is a thick, creamy blended drink made from peanut butter, milk, and spices, sold from roadside stalls and mobile “punch” vendors across Trinidad as an energizing, filling refreshment, often marketed with playful claims about its stamina-boosting qualities.
Cultural Background: Peanut punch is a thick, creamy blended drink made from peanut butter, milk, and spices, sold from roadside stalls and mobile “punch” vendors across Trinidad as an energizing, filling refreshment, often marketed with playful claims about its stamina-boosting qualities.
Tips: Natural peanut butter can separate more readily; blend thoroughly and consider straining for the smoothest, most traditional texture.
Variations: A dairy-free version can be made using oat or almond milk and a plant-based condensed milk alternative.
Storage: Best consumed immediately; can be refrigerated in a sealed jar for up to 1 day, though it will thicken and may need re-blending.
Reheating: Not applicable – served cold.
FAQs:
Q: Can I use crunchy peanut butter?
A: Smooth is traditional for the classic silky texture, but crunchy can work if strained well.
Q: Is peanut punch safe for peanut allergies?
A: No
Q: Can I make it less sweet?
A: Yes, reduce or omit the condensed milk and adjust to taste.
- Smooth peanut butter — 200 g (¾ cup)
- Whole milk — 750 ml (3 cups)
- Sweetened condensed milk — 100 ml (⅓ cup)
- Vanilla extract — 5 ml (1 tsp)
- Ground nutmeg, plus extra for garnish — 2 g (¼ tsp)
- Ground cinnamon — 2 g (¼ tsp)
- Ice cubes — 150 g (about 1½ cups)
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