Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups (Printable Version)

Creamy peanut butter filling encased in smooth chocolate for a sweet, satisfying treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chocolate Layer

01 - 8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped (or chocolate chips)
02 - 1 tbsp coconut oil or unsalted butter

→ Peanut Butter Filling

03 - ½ cup creamy peanut butter
04 - ¼ cup powdered sugar
05 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
06 - ¼ tsp vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

# Directions:

01 - Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
02 - Combine chocolate and coconut oil in a heatproof bowl. Melt gently over a double boiler or in 30-second microwave bursts, stirring until smooth.
03 - Spoon about 1 teaspoon of melted chocolate into each liner, tilting to coat the bottom evenly.
04 - Place the muffin tin in the freezer for 10 minutes until the chocolate is completely set.
05 - While chocolate chills, mix peanut butter, powdered sugar, softened butter, vanilla, and salt in a bowl until smooth and thick.
06 - Roll the peanut butter mixture into 12 small discs and place one on top of each chocolate layer, pressing gently to flatten slightly.
07 - Spoon the remaining melted chocolate evenly over the peanut butter discs, covering them completely.
08 - Tap the tin gently against the counter to level the tops. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until fully set.
09 - Peel off liners and serve chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They come together faster than you can debate which takeout place to order from
  • The chocolate to peanut butter ratio is completely under your control
  • Keep them in the freezer and they are ready whenever that midnight craving hits
02 -
  • Work quickly once the chocolate is melted or it will start to seize and become difficult to spread
  • The filling discs should be smaller than you think because they expand when pressed down
  • Room temperature ingredients make a huge difference in the texture of the peanut butter layer
03 -
  • Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before the final chocolate sets for a professional finish
  • Use a small cookie scoop to portion the filling for uniform sized cups

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