CHOCOLATE CHIP PEANUT BUTTER CUPS
Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cups combine rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and crunchy chocolate chips for a deliciously indulgent treat. These easy-to-make cups are perfect for snacks, desserts, or gifting during holidays.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
Prepare Peanut Butter Filling:
- In a bowl, mix peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Melt Chocolate:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt semi-sweet chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between until smooth.
Assemble Cups:
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of melted chocolate into each liner and spread evenly to cover the bottom.
Add Filling:
- Place about 1 tablespoon of peanut butter mixture over the chocolate layer, then sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top.
Top with Chocolate:
- Cover the peanut butter layer with another tablespoon of melted chocolate to seal the cups.
Chill:
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
Notes
- Storage: Keep cups refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
- Variation: Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture.
- Allergy: Substitute peanut butter with almond or sunflower butter if needed.