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Better Than Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups

Better Than Reese's Peanut Butter Cups

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Better Than Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups are a delectable homemade treat that promises to surpass any store-bought candy. With a rich peanut butter filling enveloped in smooth chocolate, these indulgent cups are perfect for parties, movie nights, or simply satisfying your sweet cravings. The best part? You can easily customize them to match your flavor preferences! Whether you choose creamy milk chocolate or dark chocolate, each bite is an explosion of flavor that will leave you wanting more. Embrace the joy of making your own treats with this simple recipe!

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup peanut butter (or nut butter of choice)
  • 1 Tbsp softened butter (optional)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup milk chocolate candy melts
  • 1 cup dark chocolate
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix peanut butter, salt, and optional softened butter until smooth. Gradually stir in powdered sugar until it reaches a dough-like consistency.
  2. Melt chocolate using either a microwave in intervals or a double boiler until completely smooth.
  3. Line a muffin pan with cupcake liners and pour melted chocolate to cover the bottoms. Shape the peanut butter mixture into discs and place them on top.
  4. Cover with more melted chocolate and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes until set.

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