Peanut Butter Cup Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base
Peanut Butter Layer
Chocolate Topping
Method
Base
- 1
Prepare the crust
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- 2
Press into pan
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8-inch square baking dish to form an even layer. Set aside.
Peanut Butter Layer
- 3
Mix peanut butter layer
In a separate bowl, combine smooth peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- 4
Spread on crust
Spread the peanut butter mixture evenly over the graham cracker crust, smoothing it out with a spatula.
Chocolate Topping
- 5
Melt chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted.
- 6
Pour over peanut butter layer
Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface.
Chill and Serve
- 7
Chill
Refrigerate the dish for at least 2 hours, or until the chocolate is set.
- 8
Cut and serve
Once set, cut into squares and serve. Enjoy your homemade peanut butter cups!