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Chocolate peanut butter cups from no bake dessert recipes for beginners

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups

Layered no bake chocolate peanut butter cups with a crisp chocolate shell and smooth fudgy filling.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups 270g semi sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup 130g creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup 30g powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Optional: ¼ cup 40g crushed pretzels or mini chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. Line a 12 cup muffin tin with paper or silicone liners.
  2. Place 1 cup (180g) chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 20 second intervals, stirring after each, until fully melted and smooth, about 1 to 2 minutes total.
  3. Spoon 1 teaspoon of melted chocolate into the bottom of each liner. Use the back of the spoon to spread it slightly up the sides. Chill for 5 minutes until set.
  4. In a medium bowl, mix peanut butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Fold in pretzels or extra chips if using.
  5. Divide the peanut butter mixture evenly among the cups, about 1 tablespoon or 20g per cup. Press gently to flatten.
  6. Melt the remaining ½ cup (90g) chocolate chips. Spoon over the peanut butter layer to cover completely.
  7. Sprinkle with sea salt if desired. Chill for at least 30 minutes until firm.

Notes

  • Avoid overheating chocolate, which causes seizing.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freezer for up to 2 months.