Peanut butter cups –Get ready to treat yourself to a divine dessert that combines the richness of chocolate with the creamy goodness of peanut butter! Homemade Peanut Butter Cups are a delightful way to indulge your sweet tooth. Whether you’re impressing guests or simply satisfying your cravings, this recipe is easy to follow and even more fun to eat!
Homemade Peanut Butter Cups
These delectable little bites are perfect for any occasion, or just for keeping on hand when you need a quick sweet fix. The best part? You can customize them to your taste. Follow along and discover how to make your own at home!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (or chunky if you prefer a little crunch)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cupcake liners for serving
Instructions:
- Start by lining a muffin tin with cupcake liners. This will make it easier to remove the cups once they’re ready to enjoy.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals. Stir between each interval until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Once the chocolate is melted, spoon about 1 tablespoon of chocolate into each cupcake liner. Use the back of the spoon to spread it up the sides slightly. You want to cover the bottom and create a bit of a wall for your peanut butter filling.
- Put the chocolate-filled muffin tin in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes, or until the chocolate is set.
- While the chocolate is setting, prepare the peanut butter filling. In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, powdered sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Once the chocolate is set, remove the muffin tin from the refrigerator. Spoon about 1-2 tablespoons of the peanut butter mixture into each chocolate-lined cupcake liner, filling them almost to the top.
- Finally, melt any remaining chocolate and spoon it over the peanut butter layer, ensuring that the peanut butter is fully covered.
- Return the cups to the refrigerator for another 10-15 minutes or until everything is set.
Once they’re ready, gently peel away the cupcake liners and prepare yourself for the deliciousness that lies within. These homemade peanut butter cups will impress everyone, and they might just become your favorite treat! Enjoy!