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5-Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups (Better Than Reese's)
These homemade chocolate peanut butter cups are made with just 5 simple ingredients and come together in 20 minutes — no baking required. A creamy, sweet peanut butter filling is nestled inside a rich dark chocolate shell that snaps perfectly every time. Once you make these, you'll never buy the store-bought version again
Servings: 12
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- medium mixing bowl
Ingredients
Chocolate Sauce
- 2 cups dark baking chocolate
- ¼ cup coconut oil
- ½ cup granulated sugar
Peanut Butter Filling
- 2 cups creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Prepare Chocolate Mixture
- In a small saucepan, combine the dark chocolate, granulated sugar, and ¼ cup of coconut oil, heat on low, stirring occasionally, until the chocolate has melted and formed a smooth sauce.
Make Peanut Butter Mixture
- While the first chocolate layer is cooling, add the peanut butter, melted coconut oil, and powdered sugar to a medium mixing bowl, stir until combined.
Pour Chocolate Mixture in the Muffin Pan
- Line 12 muffin tins with muffin wrappers, pour ¼ inch of the chocolate sauce into each tin, set in the freezer to cool for 10 minutes.
Add Peanut Butter Layer
- Once the first chocolate layer is cooled, layer ½ inch of the peanut butter mixture in each tin, set in the freezer to cool for 10 minutes.
Finish with More Chocolate Mixture
- Once the peanut butter layer is cooled, layer ¼ inch of the chocolate sauce over the peanut butter layer, set in the freezer to cool for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
5-Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups (Better Than Reese's)
Amount per Serving
Calories
546
% Daily Value*
Fat
40
g
62
%
Saturated Fat
21
g
131
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
6
g
Monounsaturated Fat
12
g
Cholesterol
0.3
mg
0
%
Sodium
217
mg
9
%
Potassium
433
mg
12
%
Carbohydrates
40
g
13
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
28
g
31
%
Protein
12
g
24
%
Vitamin A
3
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
0.1
mg
0
%
Calcium
112
mg
11
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only. This information comes from online calculators. Although whatsinthepan.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures are only estimates.
Notes
Storage and serving tips
- Fridge storage: Keep your chocolate peanut butter cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for consistent texture and longer shelf life.
- Freezer storage: For longer storage, freeze them in a single layer, then transfer to a container or bag. Let them sit at room temperature briefly before serving so the centers can soften.
- Serving ideas: Serve straight from the fridge for a firmer bite, or let them warm just slightly for softer, silkier centers. Pair them with coffee, tea, or a glass of cold milk.
- Make‑ahead friendly. Store chocolate peanut butter cups in an airtight container in the fridge for 4–5 days, or freeze for up to 1 month and let sit at room temperature 5–10 minutes before serving.
