Homemade peanut butter cups are one of the easiest candy recipes to improve at home: use darker chocolate, salt the filling properly and keep the peanut butter layer soft. The infusion belongs in that filling, where it is easy to mix evenly without changing the chocolate shell.
Why this recipe works
- Keeping the infused oil in the peanut filling avoids thinning the chocolate shell.
- A small amount of powdered sugar firms the center without making it chalky.
- Freezing the first chocolate layer briefly keeps the filling centered.
Where the infusion goes
The infused ingredient here is cannabis coconut oil. Keep the amount tied to the strength of the infusion you actually have rather than assuming a universal dose. Use the THC potency calculator for the full batch, then divide by the exact yield below.
Dark Chocolate Cannabis Peanut Butter Cups
Dose deliberately: potency depends on the strength and amount of your infusion. Calculate the complete batch, divide evenly, label infused food clearly and keep it away from children and pets.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 teaspoon plain coconut oil
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon cannabis-infused coconut oil, softened, or an amount matched to your calculated batch strength
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- Flaky salt, for finishing
Instructions
- Step 1. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners. Melt the dark chocolate with plain coconut oil in short microwave bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Step 2. Spoon about 1 tablespoon melted chocolate into each liner and tilt to cover the bottom. Freeze 8 minutes.
- Step 3. Stir peanut butter, infused coconut oil, powdered sugar, vanilla and fine salt until smooth and completely uniform.
- Step 4. Divide the filling evenly among the cups, keeping it away from the paper edges. Cover with the remaining melted chocolate.
- Step 5. Finish with flaky salt and chill until firm, about 30 minutes. Keep refrigerated and divide according to the 12 labeled portions.
Make it better
- Use standard muffin liners for large cups or mini liners for smaller portions.
- Natural runny peanut butter may need a little extra powdered sugar.
- A pinch of flaky salt on top keeps dark chocolate from tasting flat.
Potency and portioning
Infused butter, oil and honey vary widely in strength. Calculate the amount of THC in the infused ingredient you use, then divide that total by the stated yield. If you want a lighter batch, use less infused ingredient and replace the difference with its non-infused equivalent. Mix thoroughly before portioning.
Storage and make-ahead
Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 2 months.
Questions about Dark Chocolate Cannabis Peanut Butter Cups
Can I use milk chocolate?
Yes, though the finished cups will be noticeably sweeter.
Why is my filling runny?
Natural peanut butter varies. Add powdered sugar a teaspoon at a time until the filling holds a soft mound.
Do these need refrigeration?
Yes. Refrigeration keeps the filling firm and the chocolate snappy.