Creamy peanut butter centers coated in smooth chocolate, chilled until firm. These homemade cups are easy, customizable, and taste even better than store-bought!
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 12 cups)
- 1 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 2–3 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1½ cups chocolate chips (milk or dark)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (for smoother melting)
🍳 Equipment
- Muffin tin
- Paper liners
- Microwave or double boiler
- Mixing bowl
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔸 Step 1: Prepare Tin
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners
🔸 Step 2: Melt Chocolate
- Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil
- Microwave in 20–30 sec intervals, stirring until smooth
🔸 Step 3: Make Peanut Butter Filling
- Mix peanut butter with powdered sugar and vanilla
- Stir until smooth and slightly thick
🔸 Step 4: First Chocolate Layer
- Add 1–2 teaspoons melted chocolate to each liner
- Spread to cover bottom
- Freeze for 10 minutes
🔸 Step 5: Add Peanut Butter
- Add a small scoop of peanut butter mixture
- Flatten slightly
🔸 Step 6: Top with Chocolate
- Cover with remaining melted chocolate
- Smooth tops
🔸 Step 7: Freeze
- Freeze for 20–30 minutes until set
🔸 Step 8: Serve
- Enjoy straight from fridge or freezer
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Sweet snack or dessert
- Add to dessert platters
- Pair with coffee or milk
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Use silicone liners for easy removal
✔ Don’t overheat chocolate—it can seize
✔ Add a pinch of salt for flavor balance
✔ Freeze between layers for clean structure
🔄 Variations
🍫 Dark Chocolate
Use 70% cocoa for richer taste
🧂 Salted
Sprinkle sea salt on top
🥥 Coconut Twist
Add shredded coconut
🥜 Nut Swap
Use almond or cashew butter
❓ FAQs
How to store?
Keep in fridge (1 week) or freezer (2 months).
Can I make them sugar-free?
Yes—use sugar-free chocolate and skip powdered sugar.
Why are they soft?
Need more chilling time or less oil.
⚖️ Approx. Nutrition (Per Cup)
- Calories: ~120–150
- Fat: ~10g
- Carbs: ~8g
- Protein: ~3g