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Homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups – Easy & Delicious Recipe


  • Author: Hannah

Ingredients

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2 cups semisweet or milk chocolate chips

2 teaspoons coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional, for smoother chocolate)

¾ cup creamy peanut butter

¼ cup powdered sugar

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

¼ teaspoon salt


Instructions

Prepare the Chocolate Layers:

Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup of chocolate chips with 1 teaspoon of coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

Spoon 1-2 teaspoons of melted chocolate into each liner and use a spoon to spread it evenly.

Place the muffin tin in the freezer for 10 minutes to set.

Make the Peanut Butter Filling:

In a bowl, mix together peanut butter, powdered sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.

Scoop about 1 teaspoon of the peanut butter mixture onto each chocolate base and gently flatten.

Top with More Chocolate:

Melt the remaining 1 cup of chocolate chips with 1 teaspoon of coconut oil and spoon it over the peanut butter layer. Smooth the tops with a spoon.

Tap the muffin tin on the counter to remove air bubbles.

Chill and Serve:

Refrigerate or freeze for 20-30 minutes, until fully set.

Remove from liners and enjoy!

Storage Tips:

Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 3 months.