Homemade Peanut Butter Cups

Homemade Peanut Butter Cups recipe pinit

Peanut butter cups were invented by H.B. Reese in the 1920s and became popular as a Halloween candy.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 5.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 20 mins
Servings: 12 Calories: 3000
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Microwave for 30 seconds, then stir until well combined.
  2. Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  3. Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
  4. Spoon a small amount of melted chocolate into each paper liner, spreading it up the sides.
  5. Spoon a small amount of the peanut butter mixture into each chocolate-lined liner.
  6. Top each cup with more melted chocolate, covering the peanut butter completely.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
  8. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 12


Amount Per Serving
Calories 250kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g28%
Total Carbohydrate 20g7%
Sugars 16g
Protein 5g10%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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