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Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert Cups

No-bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert Cups feature a creamy peanut butter filling layered between a rich chocolate shell and a buttery cookie crumb crust. These portion-controlled treats are easy to make, freezer-friendly, and perfect for parties, snack trays, or an anytime sweet fix.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert, No-Bake, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 6 dessert cups
Calories 370 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup crushed graham crackers or chocolate cookie crumbs (halal, gluten-free if needed)
  • 4 tablespoons melted butter (halal or plant-based)
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened (or plant-based alternative)
  • 1/2 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip, coconut whip, or dairy-free)
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (or dark chocolate chips)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
  • chopped peanuts, mini chocolate chips, or sea salt for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Line a mini muffin tin or ramekins with cupcake liners or use silicone molds.
  • In a small bowl, combine crushed graham crackers (or cookie crumbs) with melted butter. Mix until evenly combined.
  • Spoon about a tablespoon of the crumb mixture into each liner, pressing firmly to form the crust. Chill in the fridge while you prepare the filling.
  • In a medium bowl, beat together creamy peanut butter, softened cream cheese, and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  • Fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is light and creamy.
  • Spoon or pipe the peanut butter filling evenly over the crust layer in each cup. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.
  • Pour a thin layer of the chocolate ganache over each peanut butter layer to cover.
  • Tap the tray gently to level out the chocolate. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts, mini chocolate chips, or sea salt, if desired.
  • Refrigerate the dessert cups for at least 1 hour, or until the chocolate is set and the filling is firm.
  • Serve chilled. Store leftovers in the fridge or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dessert cupCalories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 7gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 190mgFiber: 2gSugar: 21g
Keyword Budget-Friendly Recipes, Chocolate Peanut Butter, Dessert Cups, Easy Dessert, Healthy Comfort Food, High Protein Meals, Meal Prep, No Bake
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