DIY Chocolate Peanut Cups (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Chocolate Layer
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7 ounces (200g) dark chocolate coating or chocolate for baking
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1 teaspoon cooking oil, with extra needed if using baking chocolate
→ Peanut Butter Filling
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½ cup (125g) smooth or chunky peanut butter
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1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, adjusted to your liking
→ Toppings
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A sprinkle of sea salt flakes if you want (not required)
# Instructions:
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Snap the chocolate into small pieces and mix with oil in a bowl safe for microwaving. Heat at half power in short bursts, giving it a stir each time, until it's totally smooth.
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Take about a teaspoon of the melted chocolate and drop it into each paper cup. Gently tilt to coat the sides about 1cm upward. Pop in freezer for 5-10 minutes until firm.
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Warm peanut butter in microwave till it's runny. Mix in your honey or maple syrup. Put about ¾ teaspoon of this mix into each cold chocolate cup, smooth it out, and freeze another 5-10 minutes.
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Cover each cup with another teaspoon of melted chocolate, making sure it reaches all edges. If you like, add a tiny bit of sea salt on top. Freeze for 10-15 minutes, then move to fridge for an hour to set completely.
# Notes:
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Keep in your fridge for up to a week or freeze for a month
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When using baking chocolate, you'll need another teaspoon of oil
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Do small batches for better results