Homemade Peanut Butter Cups
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Homemade Peanut Butter Cups
Description
Homemade Peanut Butter Cups consist of a soft peanut butter filling made by mixing creamy peanut butter, butter, and sifted powdered sugar until light and well combined. The mixture is shaped into chilled rolls that fit standard muffin cups. The cups are lined with paper liners and the bottom layer of melted milk chocolate is spooned in first, followed by peanut butter slices, then topped again with chocolate. This method ensures a sturdy chocolate shell enveloping the rich, sweet, and smooth peanut butter center.
The melting technique uses a double boiler or microwave in short bursts to avoid seizing the chocolate, ensuring a glossy finish. Butter-flavored shortening is included for texture and melting ease, but plain shortening also works. After assembling, the peanut butter cups are refrigerated to firm up and can be stored in an airtight container for up to a month or frozen for longer keeping.
These peanut butter cups deliver a classic combination of creamy peanut butter filling and smooth milk chocolate coating. They can be served chilled and are a homemade version of popular store-bought candies, allowing control over ingredients and sweetness.
The recipe tips suggest using a cookie scoop for ease during assembly, adjusting chocolate types for variety, and storing finished cups in the fridge or freezer to maintain texture. Melting chocolate gradually and keeping it warm during assembly prevent hardening or seizing.
Ingredients
- 1 c. peanut butter creamy
- ¼ c. butter
- 2 c. powdered sugar sifted
- 2 milk chocolate chips 12 oz packages, divided
- ¼ c. shortening
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine peanut butter, butter and powdered sugar with a hand mixer on low speed until well mixed and light.
- Shape peanut butter mixture into 3 (10 inch long) rolls and wrap in waxed paper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for easier handling.You want the width of the peanut butter rolls to fit in the muffin cups.
- Line standard 12 c. muffin tin with paper cupcake liners; set aside.
- Place one bag of chocolate chips and 2 Tbsp of shortening in a double boiler or microwave and melt the chocolate. I prefer a double boiler as your chocolate won’t seize as easy. If using microwave set to 50% power and microwave in 30 second increments, stirring each time, until melted.
- Using a small cookie scoop or couple of teaspoons, spoon melted chocolate into bottom of each lined muffin cup, just enough to cover the bottom.
- Remove peanut butter rolls from fridge. Cut each roll int ½’’ slices.
- Place each slice in muffin cups with the chocolate bottom.
- Repeat step 4. Melt the remaining one bag of chocolate chips and 2 Tbsp of shortening for top layer of chocolate.
- Top peanut butter slices with remaining chocolate. This will set pretty quickly due to the peanut butter being cold so smooth out immediately. You can also drop the pan repeatedly on the counter to even out the chocolate.
- Refrigerate until set, then cover and store in refrigerator or freezer.
Notes
- When melting chocolate, use short intervals and stir frequently to avoid seizing.
- Butter-flavored shortening helps with smooth melting, but plain shortening is an acceptable substitute.
- Use a cookie scoop or teaspoon to portion melted chocolate and peanut butter slices for easier assembly.
- Store finished peanut butter cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one month.
- Peanut butter cups can also be frozen for several months; thaw before eating for best texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 36cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 116 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 116kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 42mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 43mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 41IU | 1% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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