Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Cups
Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Cups are an easy no-bake dessert combining rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and crispy cereal for the perfect sweet and crunchy treat. These homemade chocolate peanut butter crunch cups are quick to prepare, customizable, and ideal for snacks, parties, or satisfying cravings anytime.
Ingredients
- For the chocolate layers:
- 2 cups chocolate chips milk or dark
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil optional
- For the peanut butter crunch filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar optional
- 1 ½ cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional add-ins:
- Crushed pretzels
- Chopped peanuts
- Sea salt flakes
- Mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Melt chocolate chips in the microwave in 20–30 second intervals, stirring between each round. Add coconut oil if desired.
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners and add about 1 tablespoon of melted chocolate into each cup. Spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for 10 minutes until the base sets.
- In a bowl, mix peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Fold in crispy rice cereal gently until coated.
- Scoop the peanut butter mixture onto the chocolate base and press evenly.
- Pour remaining melted chocolate over the top to fully cover the filling.
- Refrigerate for 30–60 minutes until fully set.
- Remove liners and serve.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for better flavor.
- Let each layer set properly before adding the next.
- Adjust sweetness depending on your peanut butter.
- Mix cereal gently to maintain crunch.
- Add sea salt on top for a sweet-salty finish.