Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
Delicious, easy-to-make chocolate peanut butter cups that are perfect for a nostalgic treat or quick snack.
Ingredients
Chocolate Layer
- 1 cup chocolate chips Use semi-sweet, milk, or dark chocolate chips based on preference.
Peanut Butter Layer
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter Can substitute with sunbutter for a nut-free version.
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar Add more if the peanut butter mixture seems too loose.
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional Materials
- 12 pieces cupcake liners Use disposable or reusable silicone liners.
Instructions
Preparation
- Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
- Spoon a small amount of melted chocolate into each cupcake liner, coating the bottom.
- In another bowl, mix the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until well combined.
- Add a spoonful of the peanut butter mixture on top of the chocolate layer in each liner.
- Cover the peanut butter with another spoonful of melted chocolate.
- Refrigerate until set, about 30 minutes.
- Enjoy your homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups!
Notes
Store finished cups in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks, or freeze them with parchment between rows for longer storage. Enhance the flavor with a pinch of sea salt in the peanut butter mix.