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5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cups
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5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cups

These 5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cups layer smooth melted chocolate with a natural peanut butter filling sweetened lightly with honey or maple syrup and enriched with coconut oil. The treat offers an indulgent contrast between the rich chocolate exterior and the creamy peanut butter core, with a hint of salt to balance the sweetness. Chilled to set between layers, they provide a satisfying texture and a homemade alternative to traditional peanut butter candies.

Prep Time
45 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
47 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 208 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Chocolate Layer
  • 1 cup chocolate chips use dairy-free for vegan cups*
  • 1 Tablespoon coconut oil melted
Peanut Butter Layer
  • ½ cup peanut butter natural
  • ¼ cup honey use maple syrup for vegan cups
  • 2 Tablespoons coconut oil melted
  • pinch of sea salt if peanut butter isn't salted

Instructions

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  1. Line a muffin tin with paper or silicone liners. The recipe should make about 10-12 pb cups depending on how thick you make your layers.
  2. Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil for 1 minute in the microwave, stir and continue heating on 30 second intervals, until chocolate chips have melted and chocolate is smooth.
  3. Using a spoon pour enough chocolate (about 1-2 teaspoons) to cover the bottom of the liner into each liner. Place tray into the freezer for about 5-10 minutes for the chocolate to set.
  4. In another bowl, add peanut butter, honey, coconut oil and sea salt (if using). Microwave for about 15 - 20 seconds or until mixture is slightly melted and pourable. Stir to combine.
  5. Remove cups from the freezer and pour peanut butter mixture evenly over each cup. Place back in the freezer to set for about 5 minutes.
  6. Pour remaining chocolate over each cup, using just enough to completely cover the peanut butter layer. At this point you can also sprinkle flaked sea salt on top of the chocolate if you want!
  7. Place tin back in the freezer for about 30 minutes to an hour to set completely. Remove from freezer and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  8. Store leftovers in the fridge. They should last at least 5-7 days. For longer storage, store cups in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Notes

  • Use dairy-free chocolate chips and maple syrup instead of honey to make the cups vegan.
  • Store the peanut butter cups in the refrigerator or freezer to keep them firm, as coconut oil will soften at room temperature.
  • Allow frozen cups to sit for 5-10 minutes before serving to soften slightly for easier eating.
  • Consider using stevia-sweetened chocolate chips to reduce sugar content.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1PB cup Calories 208kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 20g (7%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Sodium 49mg (2%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 17g (34%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 208

% Daily Value*

Serving 1PB cup
Calories 208kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Sodium 49mg 2%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 17g 34%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.