Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Special equipment needed:
- Candy molds or mini muffin tin
- Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
Step-by-step instructions:
a. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the peanut butter and butter until smooth.
b. Add in the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt, and mix until well combined.
c. Using a spoon or piping bag, fill the candy molds or mini muffin tin with the peanut butter mixture, leaving a small gap at the top.
d. Place the molds or tin in the freezer for at least 30 minutes to set.
e. In a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and vegetable oil together until smooth.
f. Remove the peanut butter cups from the molds or tin and dip each one into the melted chocolate, using a fork to coat evenly.
g. Place the chocolate-coated peanut butter cups on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let them cool and harden in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
h. Serve and enjoy!
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 5 minutes
- Total time: 50 minutes
5. Temperature:
- Freezer: 0°F (-18°C)
- Refrigerator: 40°F (4°C)
Serving size:
- This recipe makes about 24 peanut butter cup pastilles.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 180 per serving
- Total fat: 13g
- Saturated fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
- Sodium: 70mg
- Total carbohydrates: 14g
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 10g
- Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Creamy peanut butter can be substituted with crunchy peanut butter or almond butter.
- Semisweet chocolate chips can be substituted with milk chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips.
- Vegetable oil can be substituted with coconut oil or canola oil.
Variations:
- Add chopped peanuts or mini chocolate chips to the peanut butter mixture for extra texture.
- Use white chocolate or colored candy melts instead of semisweet chocolate for a different look.
- Top the chocolate-coated peanut butter cups with sea salt or sprinkles for added flavor and decoration.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the peanut butter mixture is well chilled before dipping it in the melted chocolate to prevent it from melting.
- Use a toothpick or small spatula to help remove the peanut butter cups from the molds or tin.
- Store the peanut butter cup pastilles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Storage instructions:
- Store the peanut butter cup pastilles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
- These pastilles do not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Arrange the peanut butter cup pastilles on a platter or in a candy dish for a fun and festive presentation.
Garnishes:
- Top the peanut butter cup pastilles with sea salt or sprinkles for added flavor and decoration.
Pairings:
- Serve these pastilles with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot cocoa for a classic combination.
Suggested side dishes:
- These pastilles are a sweet treat on their own and do not require any side dishes.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the peanut butter mixture is too soft to shape into balls, chill it in the refrigerator for a few minutes before continuing.
- If the chocolate coating is too thick, add a little more vegetable oil to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and all utensils thoroughly before preparing this recipe.
- Store the peanut butter cup pastilles in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.
Food history:
- Peanut butter cups were invented in the 1920s by H.B. Reese, a former dairy farmer who started making candy in his basement.
Flavor profiles:
- These peanut butter cup pastilles are sweet, creamy, and chocolaty, with a hint of saltiness from the peanut butter.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve these pastilles as a dessert or snack at a party or gathering.
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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Nutty, Chocolatey