Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups (Printer View)

Creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate combine for irresistible bite-sized homemade treats.

# Components:

→ Chocolate Layer

01 - 7 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped or chocolate chips
02 - 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother texture)

→ Peanut Butter Filling

03 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
04 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar
05 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
06 - Pinch of salt (omit if peanut butter is salted)

# Method:

01 - Line each well of a 12-cup mini muffin pan with paper liners.
02 - Combine semi-sweet chocolate and coconut oil in a heatproof bowl and melt over simmering water or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until completely smooth.
03 - Spoon approximately 1 teaspoon of melted chocolate into the bottom of each liner, tilting the pan or using a spoon to coat the base evenly. Transfer to the freezer to chill for 10 minutes.
04 - In a separate bowl, blend creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, softened unsalted butter, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is well combined and thick.
05 - Divide the peanut butter mixture into 12 portions (about 1 teaspoon each), roll into balls, and flatten slightly to form discs.
06 - Place a peanut butter disc onto each chilled chocolate base.
07 - Top each filling with another teaspoon of melted chocolate, ensuring the centers are fully covered.
08 - Gently tap the pan to level the tops, then refrigerate for 30 minutes or until completely set.
09 - Store finished cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple pantry staples you probably already have
  • Fast prep and no fancy equipment required
  • Easy to adapt for vegan or gluten free diets
  • A perfect make-ahead treat for parties or gifts
02 -
  • Higher in protein and fiber compared to most candy bars
  • Easy to make nut free by substituting sunflower seed butter
  • Appeals to both kids and grownups every time
03 -
  • Always use room temperature peanut butter and butter for easy mixing
  • Sift powdered sugar to avoid any lumps in the filling
  • Be sure the chocolate is fully melted and smooth before coating for glossy pretty cups
  • If you want perfectly flat tops run a small offset spatula over each cup before the final chill

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