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Homemade Peanut Butter Cups

These peanut butter cups are made by layering smooth peanut butter filling with rich chocolate, then chilling until firm. The process involves melting chocolate, creating a creamy peanut butter center, and assembling the layers into a glossy, bite-sized treat with a firm, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cups semi-sweet chocolate chips for melting into the chocolate layer
  • 1/2 cup cups creamy peanut butter main filling
  • 1/4 cup cups powdered sugar to sweeten the peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons tbsp unsalted butter to help bind the peanut butter

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Mini muffin tin
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners or parchment paper cups to make removal easier.
  2. Pour the chocolate chips into a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted. This creates a shiny, pourable chocolate.
  3. Spoon a small dollop of melted chocolate into each cup, then use the back of a spoon to spread it evenly along the bottom and slightly up the sides of each mold. Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes until set.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the peanut butter with powdered sugar and melted butter until smooth and creamy. This will be your peanut butter filling.
  5. Remove the muffin tin from the refrigerator and spoon the peanut butter mixture into each chocolate-lined cup, smoothing the top with the back of a spoon. Fill each cup about three-quarters full.
  6. Cover the peanut butter layer with the remaining melted chocolate, pouring carefully to seal the filling. Gently tap the tray on the counter to remove air bubbles and ensure an even surface.
  7. Place the muffin tin back in the refrigerator and chill for at least 10 minutes, or until the chocolate is firm and glossy.
  8. Once cooled, remove the peanut butter cups from the tin by gently peeling away the paper or lifting them out with a small spatula.
  9. Arrange the completed peanut butter cups on a serving plate and enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Notes

For an extra touch, sprinkle a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt on top before chilling.