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Homemade Peanut Butter Cups

A close-up view of two homemade peanut butter cups, one cut in half to reveal the creamy peanut butter filling.
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Create your own delicious peanut butter cups with this easy recipe. Perfect for kids to help with and ideal for Halloween parties or any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional, for natural sweetness)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (optional, for sweetness)
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Melt the chocolate chips and 1/4 cup of oil in a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each.
  2. Pour a small amount of melted chocolate into each peanut butter cup mold, coating the bottom and sides.
  3. Place the molds in the freezer for 5-10 minutes to set the chocolate.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the peanut butter with maple syrup (if using) and powdered sugar (if using) until smooth.
  5. Spoon about a teaspoon of the peanut butter mixture into each mold on top of the hardened chocolate.
  6. Pour the remaining melted chocolate over the peanut butter filling, ensuring it is fully covered.
  7. Return the molds to the freezer for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
  8. Once set, carefully remove the peanut butter cups from the molds.

Notes

  • For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate chips.
  • If you don’t have molds, you can line a baking sheet with parchment paper and drop spoonfuls of chocolate, peanut butter mixture, and then more chocolate.
  • Decorate with sprinkles or a drizzle of contrasting chocolate before the final chocolate layer sets.
  • These can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

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