Description
Rich, creamy, and completely irresistible—these homemade peanut butter cups are the perfect balance of sweet milk chocolate and salty-smooth peanut butter. A no-bake treat that’s quick, easy, and better than store-bought!
Ingredients
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½ cup (129 g) creamy peanut butter
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3 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
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¼ cup (31 g) confectioners’ sugar
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2 cups (364 g) milk chocolate chips
Instructions
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Prep:
Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners (about 12–14 cups). -
Make peanut butter filling:
In a bowl, mix peanut butter and softened butter until smooth. Stir in confectioners’ sugar until fully incorporated. Set aside. -
Melt chocolate:
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth (about 1½–2 minutes total). Alternatively, melt using a double boiler. -
Assemble cups:
Spoon about 1 teaspoon of melted chocolate into the bottom of each muffin liner. Tap the pan gently to spread. -
Add filling:
Roll about 1 teaspoon of the peanut butter mixture into small discs and press gently onto the chocolate layer. -
Top with chocolate:
Spoon another teaspoon of melted chocolate over the filling, spreading to cover completely. -
Chill:
Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour, or until set.
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Serve or store:
Enjoy immediately, or keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
Use natural peanut butter for a less sweet, more intense peanut flavor.
Try dark chocolate or white chocolate for a twist.
Add a pinch of sea salt on top before chilling for a gourmet finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no baking required)
- Category: Dessert, Candy, No-Bake
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American