• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
All She Cooks
  • Home
  • Recipes
  • About
  • Navigation Menu: Social Icons

    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Find a Recipe
  • About Us
  • Free Planner!
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Find a Recipe
    • About Us
    • Free Planner!
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • ×
    Home » Recipes

    Homemade Peanut Butter Cups

    Published: Oct 25, 2023 · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Jump to Recipe - Print Recipe
    reese's homemade peanut butter cups
    reese's homemade peanut butter cups

    Craving something sweet? Make these Homemade Peanut Butter Cups in less than an hour! With rich dark chocolate, a creamy peanut butter filling, and a hint of maple syrup, these delicious treats are way better than the store bought version.

    reese's homemade peanut butter cups

    I'm totally in love with these Homemade Peanut Butter Cups. They’re the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and creamy - and totally irresistible. I would even go out on a limb and say that they're tastier than my beloved Reese's Pieces (and that's saying a lot!).

    They're perfect for serving up as a holiday treat, and you can even gift them as homemade presents. And making them is a fun family friendly activity to do with the kids too!

    reese's homemade peanut butter cups

    Tips and Tricks

    Use your favorite chocolate. 

    If you’re not a fan of dark chocolate, you can substitute milk chocolate for even white chocolate for a different spin.

    Peanut butter substitutes. 

    If you’re not a fan of peanut butter, you can substitute it with other nut butters like almond or cashew butter.

    Maple syrup substitutes. 

    You can use honey or agave syrup in place of the maple syrup if you prefer. 

    Cool down the peanut butter filling. 

    Make sure the peanut butter mixture has cooled down fully before adding it to the chocolate molds. Otherwise, it may melt the chocolate.

    Storing the peanut butter cups. 

    Store them in the refrigerator until ready to be served and enjoy.

    reese's homemade peanut butter cups

    Variations

    Chocolate Coconut Peanut Butter Cups

    Mix a few sprinkles of unsweetened coconut flakes into the melted dark chocolate for a delicious twist on the classic peanut butter cup!

    Chocolate Hazelnut Peanut Butter Cups

    Replace the peanut butter with your favorite hazelnut spread for a deliciously sweet concoction.

    Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Cups

    For an extra decadent treat, try adding a layer of salted caramel between the chocolate and peanut butter.

    Nut-Free Peanut Butter Cups

    For those with nut allergies, try making peanut butter cups with sunflower seed butter.

    Make it sweeter or spicier

    If you prefer a sweeter treat, just add a bit more maple syrup. Or, if you’re feeling adventurous, you could try adding a pinch of chili powder to the peanut butter filling to add a bit of a kick!

    reese's homemade peanut butter cups

    More Sweet Treats

    If you love these homemade peanut butter cups, be sure to check out these other delicious ideas: 

    • Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies
    • Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake
    • Hot Peanut Butter Fudge Sauce

    Recipe

    reese's homemade peanut butter cups

    Homemade Peanut Butter Cups

    All She Cooks
    These Homemade Peanut Butter Cups are the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and creamy - and totally irresistible. And way better than the store bought version.
    5 from 1 vote
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe Save Recipe Saved!
    Prep Time 30 minutes mins
    Chill/Setting Time 30 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr
    Course Chocolate, Desserts
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 pieces
    Calories 160 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • ½ cup creamy peanut butter room temperature
    • 1 cup dark chocolate
    • 1 tsp butter softened
    • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
    • 1 tbsp natural maple syrup
    • A pinch of salt

    Instructions
     

    • Begin by melting the dark chocolate chunks in the microwave. Place in a microwave safe bowl. Heat for 45 seconds, then give it a stir. Repeat until they are all melted and smooth.
      reese's homemade peanut butter cups
    • Carefully pour about ½ tablespoon of the now-melted chocolate into each compartment of a silicone mini muffin tray (or any similar small-sized silicone mold). See the pictures for an example!
      reese's homemade peanut butter cups
    • Chill the tray in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes, or until the chocolate sets and becomes firm.
    • While waiting, prepare the peanut butter filling. Combine the peanut butter, softened butter, vanilla extract, and maple syrup in a bowl. Mix until it is a creamy consistency.
      reese's homemade peanut butter cups
    • Once the chocolate bases have hardened, spoon a teaspoon of your peanut butter mixture into the center of each compartment.
      reese's homemade peanut butter cups
    • Drizzle the remaining melted chocolate over the peanut butter filling, ensuring it covers the filling and reaches the edges of the mold. If the chocolate has started to solidify, you might need to reheat it briefly in the microwave.
      reese's homemade peanut butter cups
    • Return the tray to the refrigerator and allow the peanut butter cups to harden for another 30 minutes.
    • Once set, gently pop the peanut butter cups out of the molds.
      reese's homemade peanut butter cups
    • Store your homemade treats in the refrigerator. They'll stay fresh and delicious for up to 10 days—though they might get eaten up long before then! Enjoy your delightful bite-sized creations!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 52mgPotassium: 169mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 16IUCalcium: 18mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword homemade peanut butter cups, peanut butter cups reese, reese's homemade peanut butter cups, reese’s
    Grab your Free Meal Planner!Use our free printable meal planner to plan your meals, keep your grocery list, and more.

    More Recipes

    • how to make cheese balls
      Mini Bacon Ranch Cheese Balls
    • Blueberry Cruffins
      Blueberry Cruffins
    • Holiday Cookie Bars
      Cake Mix Cookie Bars
    • chicken stroganoff
      30-Minute Creamy Chicken Stroganoff

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    No Comments

    5 from 1 vote (1 rating without comment)

    Leave a Comment Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Nicole is a recipe developer, food photographer, and published cookbook author. At All She Cooks, she shares simple recipes to make every day a little bit more delicious. About Us →


    click to get our printable weekly meal planner

    Trending

    • Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins
      Cinnamon Sugar Cruffins
    • pumpkin cheesecake with pecans
      Copycat Cheesecake Factory Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe
    • soft and chewy peanut butter cookie
      Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies
    • pumpkin bars
      Easy Pumpkin Bars

    Hot New Recipes

    • orange creamsicle ice cream
      No-Churn Orange Creamsicle Ice Cream
    • banana chocolate chip ice cream in a cone
      No-Churn Banana Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
    • coconut salted caramel ice cream
      Salted Caramel Coconut Milk Ice Cream
    • homemade pancake mix in mason jars
      Homemade Pancake Mix (for Easy Breakfasts!)

    Footer

    Contact Us | Privacy Policy, Disclosures, & Terms of Use
    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Learn more here.

    Copyright © 2025 Hook & Porter Media

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required

    Recipe Ratings without Comment

    Something went wrong. Please try again.