🍫 No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
These layered chocolate peanut butter cups are wildly addictive and ridiculously easy to make. With a buttery graham cracker base, creamy peanut butter, and rich chocolate topping, they taste like a fancy bakery treat but come together in minutes — no oven required!
📝 Ingredients (Makes 12 standard-size muffin cups):
For the Base:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 8 full sheets, crushed)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp peanut butter (to keep the chocolate smooth and soft)
🔥 Instructions:
- Prepare Pan:
Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or silicone molds. Lightly grease for easier removal. - Make the Base:
In a medium bowl, mix graham crumbs, powdered sugar, 1 cup peanut butter, and melted butter until smooth. Press about 2 tbsp of the mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup. Flatten with a spoon or fingers. - Melt Chocolate Topping:
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and 2 tbsp peanut butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between, until smooth and melted. - Top the Cups:
Spoon chocolate mixture over each peanut butter layer and smooth the tops with the back of a spoon. - Chill:
Refrigerate for 1–2 hours or until firm. Remove from molds and store in the fridge or freezer.
📌 Notes:
- You can use crunchy peanut butter for texture.
- Try crushed digestive biscuits or crushed pretzels instead of graham crackers.
- Want extra flair? Sprinkle with sea salt before chilling.
💡 Tips:
- Use silicone muffin cups for the easiest release.
- Freeze for 10–15 minutes to set quickly if you’re in a hurry.
- These keep well refrigerated for up to 10 days — or freeze up to 3 months.
🍽️ Servings:
12 standard muffin-size peanut butter cups
(You can also make 24 mini cups if using a mini muffin tin)
🧮 Nutritional Info (per cup, approx):
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 22g
- Protein: 6g
- Sugar: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
(Values may vary depending on brands used)
✅ Benefits:
- No-Bake: No oven = less mess and kid-friendly
- Perfect for Gifting: Wrap individually for parties or holidays
- Protein + Satisfaction: Peanut butter keeps you fuller longer
- Freezer Friendly: Great to make ahead and portion out
❓ Q&A:
Q: Can I make this nut-free?
A: Yes! Use sunflower seed butter or Wowbutter as a peanut-free alternative.
Q: Can I use white chocolate?
A: Definitely! Swap in white chocolate for a sweet twist or layer dark and white chocolate for contrast.
Q: Can kids help?
A: Absolutely. This is a great beginner-friendly dessert. No knives, no stove, and lots of fun mixing and pressing.
Q: What if I don’t have graham crackers?
A: Use digestive biscuits, vanilla wafers, or even crushed cornflakes with a pinch of salt.