Description
These Chocolate Peanut Butter Valentine’s Hearts are the perfect homemade treat for Valentine’s Day! Made with a rich and creamy peanut butter filling and coated in smooth chocolate, these heart-shaped candies are easy to make and absolutely delicious. With just six simple ingredients, you can create a melt-in-your-mouth dessert that’s great for gifting or sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
Chocolate Peanut Butter Valentine’s Hearts
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These Chocolate Peanut Butter Valentine’s Hearts are the perfect homemade treat for Valentine’s Day! Made with a rich and creamy peanut butter filling and coated in smooth chocolate, these heart-shaped candies are easy to make and absolutely delicious. With just six simple ingredients, you can create a melt-in-your-mouth dessert that’s great for gifting or sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
Peanut Butter Filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Chocolate Coating (Optional):
- 2 cups melting chocolate (milk, dark, or white)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture
- In a large bowl, mix peanut butter, softened butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and salt, mixing until the dough is thick and pliable.
Step 2: Shape the Hearts
- Roll out the peanut butter mixture on a lightly floured surface to about ¼-inch thickness.
- Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out heart shapes.
- Place the hearts on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 30-45 minutes until firm.
Step 3: Coat in Chocolate (Optional)
- Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
- Dip each frozen peanut butter heart into the melted chocolate using a fork, ensuring a full coating.
- Place the coated hearts back onto the parchment-lined sheet and let set at room temperature or in the refrigerator until firm.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
- Once the chocolate has set, serve or package for gifting.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- Chocolate Variations: Use dark chocolate for a rich taste or white chocolate for a fun twist.
- Decorating Ideas: Drizzle with extra chocolate, sprinkle with sea salt, or add festive sprinkles before the chocolate sets.
- Make-Ahead: These hearts can be made several days in advance and stored in the fridge or freezer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- chill time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Candy
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
