For a smoother chocolate shell, use high-quality chocolate chips and ensure the shortening is completely incorporated. Feel free to experiment with different types of chocolate (dark, semi-sweet) or peanut butter (chunky, natural) to customize the flavor. If you don't have mini paper cups, you can use a silicone mini muffin pan instead. A pinch of sea salt sprinkled on top of the finished cups enhances the sweetness and adds a delightful contrast. For a richer flavor, use brown butter in the peanut butter filling.
Homemade Peanut Butter Cups
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PREP TIME0 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME0 mins
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SERVING30 People
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VIEWS801
Indulge in the irresistible delight of homemade peanut butter cups, a decadent treat that perfectly captures the essence of the classic candy. Creamy peanut butter filling nestled within a rich, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate shell – a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate14 g
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Cholesterol11 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium54 mg
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Sugar11 g
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Fat10 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View Prepare the Chocolate Shell: In a heatproof bowl set over a simmering pot of water (or using a microwave in 30-second intervals), combine the chocolate chips and shortening. Stir gently until completely melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat. (5-7 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Coat the Paper Cups: Line a muffin tin with 30 mini paper cups (1 3/4 by 1 1/4 inch). Using a small brush or spoon, evenly coat the inside of each cup with a thin layer of the melted chocolate, ensuring it reaches almost to the top edge. Refrigerate the coated cups to harden the chocolate. (15 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Make the Peanut Butter Filling: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and peanut butter together, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the sifted confectioners' sugar and graham cracker crumbs until well combined. (8-10 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Assemble the Cups: Scoop approximately 1/2 tablespoon of the peanut butter filling into each chocolate-lined cup, pressing gently to even it out.
05 Step
Recipe View Top with Chocolate: Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon of the remaining melted chocolate over the peanut butter filling in each cup, spreading to completely cover. (5-7 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Chill and Enjoy: Freeze the peanut butter cups until firm, about 2 hours. Carefully peel away the paper cups before serving. Store refrigerated to maintain their shape and texture.
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Constantin Pollich
Mar 23, 2025Easy to follow recipe and the peanut butter cups turned out amazing. A definite crowd-pleaser!
Verlie Jones
Dec 3, 2024These are so much better than store-bought! The homemade filling is incredible.
Addie Torphy
Oct 31, 2024My kids loved helping me make these. A fun and delicious activity for the whole family!
Rudy Stark
Feb 29, 2024I added a little bit of sea salt on top and it was the perfect touch!
Berniece Collier
Mar 4, 2023I found that using a double boiler instead of a saucepan made the chocolate melt more smoothly.