ive got 7 in my freezer calling my name. Be sure to leave a little room around the edges, for the chocolate filling to cover the sides! Privacy Policy. Made these the other day for Halloween treats, and WOW! Estimated values based on one serving size. By omitting, the peanut butter flavor really shines through and makes the peanut butter cup a bit healthier. Turn the heat to low, and stir the chocolate with a spatula until melted and smooth. Add additional melted chocolate on top of peanut butter to form a solid top. Freeze for 20 minutes. Let me share with you tips and tricks to help you make healthy eating a reality for your family in the chaos of life and on the constraints of a budget. Prevents your screen from going dark while preparing the recipe. Can u use powdered chocolate instead of buying chop and melting them? Once the chocolate has hardened, remove the muffin liner from the muffin tin and remove the peanut butter cup from the liner. Line a muffin tin with muffin tin liners.
We mixed semi sweet with Bittersweet 60% caocao for a darker flavor. You can even use this honey sweetened chocolate instead, if you want a low carb organic chocolate option! I will definitely be making these!!! My kids know that I will not buy them the candy with all the artificial ingredients.
Can I use any peanut butter? 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (for a raw chocolate shell, use this recipe instead). Thanks for making it so easy and enjoyable. In the meantime, melt your 2 cups of chocolate with the 1 tablespoon of coconut oil.
This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. You can store them in the fridge, the freezer, or at room temperature! Required fields are marked *. makes 6-8 pieces, 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter Have a recipe of your own to share?Submit your recipe. If you love the combination of peanut butter and chocolate, these Homemade Peanut Butter Cups are for you! Place the tray in the freezer for 5 minutes to let the chocolate firm up. Thanks for a easy and healthier version of almost everyones favorite candy.
While your chocolate is melting, prepare a muffin tin. Just straight melted chocolate doesnt spread on top of the peanut butter. I'm Kristen. Please note, this raw chocolate will melt quickly at room temperature, so it's not ideal for serving at parties. You can also use a double-boiler or microwave, if you prefer. You can melt your chocolate in the microwave or by using the slow cooker. These looks awesome though! You totally need to get the molds and make these We are seriously never buying the other kind in a moment of weakness again! *Alternatively, you can make your own raw chocolate for a truly unprocessed treat! I love hearing from you! Add 2-3 teaspoon of melted chocolate to each muffin tin cup.
Gently add one nut butter disc to each cup.
And really, any nut or seed butter would work, so be creative! Thank you again for this delicious way to enjoy one of my favorite candies! These things come together so quickly and are about a thousand times better than the store bought versions. Store at room temperature or in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeksif they last that long. how many calories are in each of these? Line a muffin tin with paper cupcake liners. Combine in a microwave-proof bowl with the coconut oil, and microwave in 30 second bursts until the chocolate is melted and smooth. These used to be my FAVORITE as a kid! These Copycat Reese Cups are super easy to make and are the perfect way to satisfy the craving for chocolate and peanut butter. Magical. You can use milk chocolate, dark chocolate, dairy-free chocolate.
Hope it turns out ok! Swirl the chocolate to cover the bottom of the muffin liner. I love Butterfingers! Place the peanut butter cups back in the fridge/freezer for 5-10 minutes to harden. Required fields are marked *. Place 1-2 teaspoons of the remaining melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer. Both work, but creamy yields a more classic texture. Ugh, these are so ridiculously good.
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Please give it a star rating below!. , YUM!!!! So glad I did! I like that this recipe works with whichever kind of nut butter you like best, and I add a little bit of maple syrup to the nut butter filling to get a smooth consistency, and a little kick of added sweetness to balance out the bitterness in the dark chocolate. You can also do this using a mircowave*. Enjoy! I looked for dark chocolate Reeces at the grocery store and couldnt find them so decided to make these instead. Place the muffin tin into the refrigerator or freezer for 5 minutes, giving the chocolate time to harden. The receipe says they will only last for one month in the freezer. Store the peanut butter cups in the refrigerator for 4-5 days in an airtight container. I love all the recipes, especially the ones that use chocolate. I hope this helps! Thank you again for all these terrific recipes! Truth be told, I have ZERO willpower if you place a Reese's Cup in front of me. You want to make sure there is enough to fill the bottom of the muffin liner. What brand of chocolate chips did you use? Ive been following weight watchers for a year, but Im tired of being counting calories, I stressed out too (as you said in an article). I was wondering, since you use dark chocolate, if there was a way to make the chocolate component of this recipe taste more like a milk chocolate? I used almond butter instead since I cant do peanut butter. Place mold back in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes, or until firm. peanut butter - I have used both unsalted creamy and unsalted crunchy peanut butter to make this recipe, depending on what I have in the pantry. Thank you so much for this recipe! They are so much better for me! After 1 month, the quality of the taste will diminish. Note: As always, feel free to use any other nut butter instead of peanut butter, if you prefer. It isnt Halloween in our house without peanut butter cups. Learn how your comment data is processed. You can use mini muffin cups or standard muffin cups, and then simply line the muffins cups with either paper or silicone liners. Is that even possible? But, thats not the case! Bring the water to a simmer over medium-low heat. Then, store at room temperature or in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeksif they last that long. A healthier version of one of my favorite treats, this dark chocolate peanut butter cup recipe is easy to make and uses only 4 ingredients: chocolate chips, peanut butter, coconut oil, and maple syrup.
Using a small cookie scoop, place tablespoon melted chocolate in each liner. Have a recipe of your own to share?Submit your recipe here. Line a 6-cup muffin tin with silicone liners or paper liners. Its seriously the bomb dot com the packaged stuff just doesnt even compare. Stored at room temperature, these peanut butter cups will last about 2-3 months. Your recipe was the first time I have ever tried making peanut butter cups, and it was a fabulous success! You take the best picturesthese look DELICIOUS! In a bowl or measuring cup, add the dark chocolate and cup (50 g) coconut oil. *If you dont care for the mellow coconut flavor, substitute grass-fed butter instead. Layers of chocolate, surrounded by soft, creamy peanut butter--perfection!! Then, top with another 2-3 teaspoon of melted chocolate and tap the tray on the countertop to help the chocolate settle flat. I dont have any paper cups or anything like that so I melted the chocolate chunks in the oven like you said (while veggie pot pies were in there) then poured the melted chocolate into silicone candy bar molds (filling 2 of 3 cavities). however, I think your healthier peanut butter eggs were more like reeces pieces. Can I use milk chocolate? Hi, wondering why do we need to add oil to the chocolate ? If you want to store them in the fridge they will last indefinitely. Turn slow cooker on high, do NOT put lid on the slow cooker, and in about 30 minutes your chocolate will be perfectly melted (no need to stir while chocolate melts). First of all, your blog is great. By making homemade peanut butter cups, not only do you skip out the unnecessary additives, but you also can customize the peanut butter cups to your liking. . But, I MUCH prefer making my own peanut butter cups. The first step to making peanut butter cups is to melt chocolate. Place melted chocolate BACK in the slow cooker to keep the chocolate melted as the base hardens. Im soooo making these! Thank you so much for this recipe! AFFILIATE LINKS TO PRODUCTS I GENUINELY LOVE ARE OFTEN INCORPORATED IN MY POSTS. Remove the paper cups, and enjoy these chocolate candies whenever you like! I would recommend chilling well before traveling. They really did taste better than the store bought ones. I ran out of melted chocolate and when I attempted to put the top layer on, the peanut butter centers mixed right in giving me a swirled effect and did not cover the peanut butter middle at allHelp! Homemade Marshmallows - A Modern Homestead. chocolate candies, until I get it right. I recommend one without any added sugar though, as you may end up with a finished filling that is too sweet. Could I use cacao nibs instead of dark chocolate chips? As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. (ps, I got my molds at Hobby Lobby ;-)), [] from plain old hot chocolate, to smores, sweet potato casserole, and even as a filling in homemade candies. *If you don't care for the mellow coconut flavor, substitute grass-fed butter instead. Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, place just enough chocolate in each liner to cover the bottom of the muffin liner and gently use the back of the spoon to spread the chocolate out into a smooth layer. (Like my husband!). Required fields are marked *. It has the same type of healthy fat that will help solidify the peanut butter middles!
Plus, you have the added benefit of knowing exactly what you're eating. Pour remaining chocolate mixture on top of the peanut butter layer. Hi Tina! Place the peanut butter in the center of the chocolate base. Pour half of the chocolate mixture into the liners (just enough to cover the whole bottom). chocolate, dairy free, dessert, peanut butter, vegan. Subscribe to my weekly email newsletter for a free 7-day kick start guide. Top with 2-3 teaspoon of melted chocolate.
Hi, I am Kristen, creator of A Mind "Full" Mom. Pour a small amount of melted chocolate into the bottom of each liner. These are TO DIE FOR and love the small recipe size so you dont have too many around tempting you!!! Nothing beats a homemade peanut butter cup! LOL. I recommend using this recipe for the chocolate, and following the same directions listed here for creating the chocolate shell. (this is about 2.5 cups of chocolate chips/chopped chocolate). They are amazing, and easy, and a boon to my life! Place chocolate in heat safe glass jar. Pour chocolate over the top just enough to cover the nut butter. Tip: To add the 2-3 tsp, use the tablespoon measuring spoon. Originally, I just dropped a dollop of natural almond butter in the middle, assuming it would freeze into a firm, solid mass, like the middles of the store-bought candies. You can do this in a microwave for 30 seconds at a time, mixing in between, or in a double boiler. Hi, Im Megan. They are a gorgeous treat without much guilt! Comment * document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a16b4eb21308636dbbf0d0b7bed79396" );document.getElementById("ef0ca5aeee").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Melt chocolate on low over a double boiler. Place muffin tin in fridge or freezer for 5 minutes for chocolate to harden. I recommend using this recipe for the chocolate, and following the same directions listed here for creating the chocolate shell. How yummy does that look! However, keep in mind it will depend on the quality of your chocolate as well.