Description
Indulge in these easy homemade peanut butter cups that blend creamy peanut butter and rich dark chocolate for a nostalgic treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Mix the Peanut Butter Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well blended.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until fully melted and smooth.
- Prepare the Muffin Tin: Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Layer the Ingredients: Spoon a layer of melted chocolate into each muffin liner, then press down the peanut butter mixture. Top it off with more melted chocolate.
- Chill Until Set: Place the tray in the refrigerator and let them chill until fully set, about 30 minutes.
- Savor the Goodness: Once set, remove the peanut butter cups from the liners and enjoy.
Notes
Customizable with sea salt or crushed pretzels for added texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: peanut butter cups, dessert, chocolate, homemade, quick treats, nostalgic treats