Homemade Peanut Butter Cups
- Brianne Thomas
- 1 day ago
- 4 min read
Creamy peanut butter covered in semi-sweet chocolate and topped with a touch of sea salt creates a sweet treat that is as budget-friendly as it is decadent!
I have a deep affection for CHOCOLATE, and when it’s paired with peanut butter, it’s an absolute dream come true! This is precisely why I always have a stash of homemade peanut butter cups tucked away in my freezer. They’re simple to make, require just a few basic ingredients, and my DIY version is easier on the pocketbook. The greatest advantage, however, is that I can choose exactly what goes into them. By using my favorite, high-quality, organic ingredients, I can indulge in this delightful treat while feeling a bit better about my sweet tooth!
Why You’ll Love This Homemade Peanut Butter Cup Recipe
Minimal Ingredients. A few pantry staples are all you need to have an amazing dessert in no time!
Quality Control. Unlike the store-bought version, you control the quality of ingredients.
Ease. This sweet treat comes together with about 10 minutes of hands-on work and is super simple to put together.
What You’ll Need To Make Homemade Peanut Butter Cups
Peanut Butter - Creamy peanut butter is used here, but feel free to use crunchy
Butter - Adds a richness that also helps create a smooth filling texture.
Chocolate - Semi-sweet gives a great balance to the peanut butter.
Powdered Sugar - To firm up and sweeten our peanut butter filling.
Vanilla Extract - A little note of vanilla pairs perfectly with the chocolate.
Sea Salt - To add the perfect balance of sweet and salty.
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Helpful Tips
Use Quality Chocolate. The better the chocolate, the richer your fudge will taste.
Don’t Overheat. Keep the heat low to prevent the chocolate from burning or seizing.
Use a Double Boiler to Melt the Chocolate.
Why Use a Double Boiler to Melt Chocolate
A double boiler is a great tool for melting chocolate because it uses steam for indirect heat instead of direct heat from a stove or microwave. This gentle heating method allows the chocolate to melt slowly, minimizing the chances of overheating or turning out wonky.
How To Make A Double Boiler
To make a double boiler, you’ll need a saucepan and a shallow, heat-resistant mixing bowl. The bowl should sit snugly on top of the saucepan, with its outer edge resting against the upper rim to form a seal that retains steam. Ensure there are a few inches of space between the bottom of the saucepan and the bowl, allowing you to add water to the saucepan without it coming into contact with the bowl.
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Yield: Approximately 24 Peanut Butter Cups
Ingredients
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 stick unsalted butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
2-3 Tablespoons Sea Salt, for garnish
Directions
Prepare a 24-cup muffin pan with silicone or paper liners.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer on low-medium speed to cream together 1 cup creamy peanut butter, 1 stick softened butter, and 3 cups of powdered sugar. Add in vanilla extract and stir well to combine.
Using a double boiler, melt 3 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Add about 1 teaspoon of melted chocolate to the bottom of each lined muffin cup.
Using a 1-inch ice cream scoop, add 1 heaping scoop of the peanut butter mixture to each muffin cup.
Cover each peanut butter scoop with approximately 1 Tablespoon of melted chocolate.
Once all of the muffin cups are filled, gently tap the muffin pan on the counter. Use any remaining melted chocolate to fill in any gaps.
Top each with a pinch or two of sea salt.
Place the pan into the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours or in the freezer for 1 hour.
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How To Store Homemade Peanut Butter Cups
Remove the chilled peanut butter cups from the muffin pan and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator or the freezer for up to 1 month.
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