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Peanut Butter Cups

Delicious homemade peanut butter cups with a graham cracker base, creamy peanut butter center, and rich chocolate layers. Perfect for gifting and snacking.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust and filling
  • 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 3 ounces smooth peanut butter (approx. 1/3 cup) Use smooth peanut butter for the silkiest centers.
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Melt together with peanut butter.
For the chocolate layers
  • 7 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips Melt with butter for the first layer.
  • 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Used in the melting process.
  • 5 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips Melt for the top layer.
  • 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Used in the melting process.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prep a 12-tin muffin tray with liners.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs and powdered sugar in a bowl and set aside.
  3. In a heat-safe bowl, melt peanut butter and unsalted butter together until smooth over low heat.
  4. Add the graham cracker crumb mixture and stir until combined, forming a dry crumbly texture.
  5. Divide into 12 balls, flatten into patties, and set aside.
Melting and Layering
  1. Melt 7 ounces of chocolate chips with 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter until smooth.
  2. Scoop 1 tablespoon of melted chocolate into each muffin cup, pulling it up halfway on the sides.
  3. Place in the fridge for about 10 minutes to cool.
  4. Drop a peanut butter patty into each cup.
  5. Melt the remaining 5 ounces of chocolate chips and 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter until smooth.
  6. Spoon 1 1/2 tablespoons on top of each peanut butter layer.
  7. Place in the fridge to set for 2-4 hours.

Notes

Store at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or refrigerate for slightly longer. For freezing, store in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months.