A chocolate coating with rich and creamy peanut butter filling, it’s hard to stop at just one!
Homemade Peanut Butter Cups
With just five ingredients, whip up these quick, no-bake treats. Make extras; they vanish fast! Smaller molds might mean fewer calories, too! Classic flavors! Reese’s was onto something when they paired up peanut butter and chocolate! Quick and easy copycat Reese’s peanut butter cups are a fun family activity to make with little chefs! Make your own signature candy using mix-ins and toppings of all kinds!
Ingredients for Peanut Butter Cups
Chocolate – You can use almost any kind of chocolate but choose a high-quality chocolate. Try white chocolate, semi-sweet, milk, dark chocolate or even chocolate chips. Chocolate melts will work but the flavor isn’t as good. Peanut Butter – Avoid the ‘natural’ peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, or natural nut butters as the finished cups won’t set up as firmly. Creamy or crunchy peanut butter can be used. Graham Cracker Crumbs – Buy them ready-made or crush graham crackers in a zippered bag with a rolling pin. They help the filling set. Variations – Swap out the peanut butter for Nutella or make nut-free cups using sunflower or pumpkin seed butter. Mix in or top peanut butter cups with crushed Oreo cookies, mini M&M’s, toasted coconut, or a few butterscotch chips. Sprinkle the tops with a bit of flaky sea salt before it sets.
How to Make Peanut Butter Cups
Tips & Tricks
Start with good-quality chocolate and peanut butter for the best results. Melt a little more chocolate than you might need just in case. Keep leftovers in the refrigerator and re-melt to drizzle over ice cream or cookies! Use a small brush to work the chocolate up the sides of the muffin tin or liners. Gently tap the muffin tin on the counter to release any air bubbles and create a smooth surface.
Storing Peanut Butter Cups
Leftover copycat Reese’s peanut butter cups taste best when they’re kept chilled in the refrigerator, they’ll keep for up to 7 days. Make sure they are covered so they don’t absorb any odors. Freeze portions on a baking sheet before transferring them to zippered bags so they don’t stick together.
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