Description

These homemade chocolate peanut butter cups offer a delightful contrast of rich, dark chocolate and a creamy, slightly salty peanut butter filling. A simple no-bake treat, they provide a satisfying balance of sweet and savory flavors with a smooth outer shell and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth center. They are prepared by layering melted chocolate and a sweetened peanut butter mixture, then chilling until firm.

Ingredients

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1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

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Instructions

Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and fully melted. Alternatively, melt over a double boiler.
Spoon about 1 teaspoon of melted chocolate into the bottom of each paper liner, spreading it slightly to cover the base. Place the muffin tin in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
While the chocolate is setting, prepare the peanut butter filling. In a medium bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, sea salt, and vanilla extract (if using). Mix until well combined and smooth.
Remove the muffin tin from the refrigerator. Roll the peanut butter mixture into small balls, about 1 teaspoon each, and flatten them slightly into discs. Place one peanut butter disc on top of the set chocolate layer in each liner.
Spoon the remaining melted chocolate over the peanut butter discs, ensuring they are fully covered. Gently tap the muffin tin on the counter a few times to release any air bubbles and create a smooth top.
Return the muffin tin to the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or until the chocolate cups are completely firm.
Once set, remove the chocolate peanut butter cups from the muffin tin and peel off the paper liners before serving.

Notes

For best results, use a good quality chocolate that melts smoothly.

Adjust the amount of powdered sugar in the peanut butter filling to suit your sweetness preference.

Store the finished peanut butter cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Coconut oil helps the chocolate melt more smoothly and gives the cups a firmer texture when chilled.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 150 kcal
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 3g