why make this recipe
Making homemade Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups is a fun and rewarding experience. You get to control the ingredients, making it a great option for those who want a treat without preservatives or additives. Plus, they taste amazing! You can customize the sweetness and creaminess of the peanut butter to your liking. It’s a simple recipe that anyone can follow, and it’s perfect for parties, gifts, or just to enjoy at home.
how to make Homemade Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
Ingredients :
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp shortening
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Directions :
- Melt 1 cup of chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in 1 tablespoon of shortening, 1 tablespoon of butter, and 2 tablespoons of milk until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Pour the melted chocolate into a lined cupcake pan, about 1 tablespoon in each cup. Gently slide back and forth to level it out.
- Heat the peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl for about 1 minute. Then stir in the powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of butter until smooth.
- Pour the peanut butter mixture on top of the chocolate base, about 1 tablespoon in each cup, and level it out.
- Place the cupcake pan in the freezer for 15 minutes.
- Melt the remaining 1 cup of chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in 1 tablespoon of shortening and 1 tablespoon of butter until smooth.
- Pour this mixture on top of the peanut butter layer, about 1 tablespoon in each, and level it out.
- Refrigerate until firm. Serve and enjoy!
how to serve Homemade Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
These homemade peanut butter cups are best served chilled. You can take them out of the fridge and cut them into halves or quarters for bite-sized treats. They are perfect for parties or as a sweet snack during the day. You can even package them in a nice box to give as gifts!
how to store Homemade Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
Store your homemade Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This will keep them fresh for about a week. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them. Just make sure to wrap them well to prevent freezer burn.
tips to make Homemade Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
- Make sure to line your cupcake pan with paper liners. This will make it easier to remove the cups once they are set.
- Adjust the amount of powdered sugar in the peanut butter mix to make it as sweet as you like.
- For an extra creamy filling, you can mix in a little cream cheese with the peanut butter.
variation
You can try using dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate for a richer flavor. If you love crunch, add crushed nuts or crispy rice cereal to the peanut butter layer.
FAQs
How long will these last?
If stored properly in the fridge, they will last for about a week. In the freezer, they can last for up to 3 months.
Can I use different nut butters?
Yes! You can use almond butter, cashew butter, or any nut butter you prefer in place of peanut butter.
Can I make these dairy-free?
You can substitute dairy chocolate with dairy-free chocolate chips and use coconut oil instead of butter to make them dairy-free.
Homemade Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
Ingredients
Chocolate Layer
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips For melting
- 2 tbsp shortening To mix with melted chocolate
- 3 tbsp butter To mix with melted chocolate
- 2 tbsp milk To mix with melted chocolate
Peanut Butter Filling
- 1/2 cup peanut butter Adjust sweetness with the sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar Adjust to desired sweetness
- 1 tbsp butter To mix with peanut butter
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt 1 cup of chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon of shortening, 1 tablespoon of butter, and 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth.
- Pour melted chocolate into a lined cupcake pan, about 1 tablespoon in each cup.
- Slide the pan gently back and forth to level the chocolate.
- Heat the peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl for about 1 minute.
- Stir in the powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of butter until smooth.
- Pour the peanut butter mixture on top of the chocolate base, 1 tablespoon in each cup, and level it out.
- Place the cupcake pan in the freezer for 15 minutes.
Topping
- Melt the remaining 1 cup of chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon of shortening and 1 tablespoon of butter until smooth.
- Pour this mixture over the peanut butter layer, 1 tablespoon in each, and level it out.
- Refrigerate until firm.
Serving
- Serve chilled, cut into halves or quarters for bite-sized treats.