Homemade Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups

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Indulge in the delightful combination of chocolate and peanut butter with these homemade Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, these treats are easy to make and require only a few simple ingredients. You’ll love the rich, creamy peanut butter filling encased in a smooth chocolate shell. Let’s get started!

Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 12 cups
Cuisine: American
Nutrition Information: Approx. 200 calories per cup

Supplies

  • Muffin tin
  • Paper cupcake liners
  • Mixing bowls
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Spoon or spatula

Ingredients

  • 2 cups milk chocolate chips
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Line a muffin tin with paper cupcake liners.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted.
  3. Spoon about a tablespoon of melted chocolate into each cupcake liner, spreading it slightly to cover the bottom. Place the tin in the freezer for 10 minutes to set.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, powdered sugar, softened butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  5. Remove the muffin tin from the freezer. Scoop about a tablespoon of the peanut butter mixture and roll it into a ball, then flatten it slightly to form a disc. Place the disc on top of the chocolate layer in each cupcake liner.
  6. Spoon another tablespoon of melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer, ensuring it covers the peanut butter completely. Gently tap the tin on the counter to smooth out the chocolate.
  7. Return the muffin tin to the freezer for another 10 minutes or until the chocolate is fully set.
  8. Once set, remove the peanut butter cups from the tin and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

These homemade Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups are a perfect treat for any occasion. Enjoy the rich, creamy, and sweet flavors anytime you crave a delightful dessert!