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Homemade Peanut Butter Cups

This recipe features layered chocolate and creamy peanut butter, crafted through melting, layering, and chilling techniques. The final product has a glossy, crisp chocolate shell with a smooth, nutty filling, finished with a sprinkle of sea salt for added flavor. It’s a comforting blend of textures and flavors, customized to your taste.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 200 grams dark chocolate chopped or in chips
  • 1 cup natural peanut butter smooth or creamy
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup for sweetness and binding
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt plus extra for sprinkling
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil helps chocolate melt smoothly

Equipment

  • Mini muffin tin
  • Double boiler or microwave
  • Spatula
  • Spoon

Method
 

  1. Line your mini muffin tin with paper cups or silicone molds to prepare for pouring.
  2. Gently melt the dark chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short 20-second bursts, stirring in between until smooth and shiny. The aroma should be fragrant and roasted.
  3. Pour about a teaspoon of melted chocolate into each mold, tilting or swirling to evenly coat the bottom. Place the tin in the fridge for 5 minutes to set the first layer.
  4. While the chocolate chills, whisk the peanut butter with honey and a pinch of sea salt until smooth and creamy. This creates a sweet, nutty filling with a hint of saltiness.
  5. Remove the mold from the fridge and spoon about a teaspoon of peanut butter mixture into each chocolate shell, gently pressing it down and smoothing the top with the back of a spoon.
  6. Cover the peanut butter layer with the remaining melted chocolate, pouring enough to fully enclose the filling. Tap the tray lightly to remove air bubbles.
  7. Sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt on top of each cup for an extra flavor boost. Chill the entire tray in the fridge for at least 30 minutes until the chocolate is firm and glossy.
  8. Once set, carefully pop the peanut butter cups out of the molds or peel away the silicone. They should have a shiny, crisp shell with a smooth, nutty interior.
  9. Let the cups sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving to enhance flavor and texture. Enjoy these homemade treats fresh or store in an airtight container in the fridge.