Copycat Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
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Copycat Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
Description
Copycat Reese's Peanut Butter Cups pair melted quality chocolate with a peanut butter filling that includes powdered sugar and graham cracker crumbs. The process starts by melting chocolate gently to avoid seizing and coating muffin liners or molds thinly on sides and bottom. A peanut butter mixture is pressed inside, then covered with more chocolate. Chilling makes the cups firm enough to hold shape and provide a recognizable chocolate crust around a creamy yet slightly crumbly peanut butter center due to the graham crumbs.
The filling balances creamy peanut butter sweetness with a hint of salt and texture from the cracker crumbs while the chocolate shell adds snap and richness. This recipe is ideal for making a set of homemade candies that satisfy peanut butter and chocolate cravings without preservatives or additives. It’s a controlled way to customize the chocolate type and thickness.
You can store the peanut butter cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze them for longer storage. Avoid natural peanut butter varieties that separate, and handle chocolate layers evenly to prevent cracking.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces dark chocolate or milk chocolate, good quality
- 1 cup peanut butter creamy
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ⅓ cup graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
For the Chocolate
- Melt the chocolate in the microwave on medium power, stirring every 30 seconds. Avoid overheating the chocolate to prevent it from seizing.
- Pour about a teaspoon of melted chocolate into each well or muffin liner. Use the back of a spoon or a pastry brush to spread it up the sides, ensuring the bottom and sides are completely covered.
- Place the mold in the freezer for 30 seconds to firm the chocolate. Correct any thin spots if necessary.
- Refrigerate the mold until the chocolate is cold.
For the Peanut Butter Filling
- In a bowl, combine peanut butter, powdered sugar, graham crumbs, and salt. Stir to combine.
- Gently press approximately 2 teaspoons of the peanut butter mixture into each well to flatten.
Assembly
- Pour enough melted chocolate over the peanut butter to cover it entirely. Tap the mold to level the top.
- Refrigerate until the chocolate is firm.
- Once set, the peanut butter cups are ready to be enjoyed!
Notes
- Use creamy peanut butter that does not separate, avoiding natural varieties for best texture.
- Place silicone or metal liners on a baking sheet for easier handling and even chocolate coating.
- Keep chocolate layers thin but thick enough to withstand handling without melting or breaking.
- Chocolate can be melted in a double boiler to better control temperature and avoid seizing.
- Store finished peanut butter cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 24peanut butter cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 160 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 160 | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 80mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 104mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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