This Giant Peanut Butter Cup recipe transforms a classic treat into a show-stopping, oversized dessert with the perfect balance of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate. Ideal for parties or any special occasion, it’s a fun and indulgent dessert that combines smooth, sweet peanut butter filling with a decadent chocolate shell.
1 ¼cupscreamy peanut buttersuch as Jif, Skippy, or Peter Pan – not natural peanut butter
6tablespoons¾ stick unsalted butter
1 ½cupsconfectioners’ sugar
¼teaspoonsalt
For the Chocolate Shell:
20ouncessemisweet or bittersweet chocolatechopped into small pieces
2tablespoonscoconut oilrefined or unrefined
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Instructions
Prepare the Pan: Line a 9-inch round tart pan with parchment paper and set it aside.
Make the Peanut Butter Filling:
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the peanut butter and unsalted butter. Stir until completely melted and smooth.
Remove the mixture from heat and mix in the confectioners' sugar and salt until fully incorporated.
Shape the Peanut Butter Filling:
Place a large sheet of parchment paper on a flat surface. Transfer the peanut butter mixture onto the parchment.
Shape it into a rough circle, then cover it with another piece of parchment paper. Use a rolling pin to flatten the mixture into a 9 ½-inch disk.
Cut the Filling:
Place the removable bottom of the tart pan on top of the peanut butter disk. Use a knife to trace a perfect circle, then remove the excess filling.
Melt the Chocolate:
Create a double boiler by placing a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water. Add the chopped chocolate to the bowl, stirring occasionally until fully melted and smooth.
Mix in the coconut oil until the chocolate is glossy and well-blended.
Create the Base Layer:
Pour about one-third of the melted chocolate into the lined tart pan. Lift and tilt the pan slightly to ensure the chocolate evenly coats the base.
Place the pan in the freezer for around 20 minutes until the chocolate is firm.
Add the Peanut Butter Filling:
Remove the pan from the freezer. Carefully transfer the peanut butter disk onto the chocolate base, ensuring it is centered.
Seal with Chocolate:
If the remaining chocolate has started to thicken, gently re-melt it. Pour it over the peanut butter filling, spreading it evenly to cover both the top and sides.
Final Chill:
Place the filled pan back in the freezer for another 20 minutes until the chocolate is fully set.
Serve: Once the chocolate is firm, carefully remove the giant peanut butter cup from the pan. Slice into wedges and serve.
Notes
For an even smoother chocolate texture, you can temper the chocolate before pouring it into the pan.
Use refined coconut oil for a neutral flavor, or unrefined coconut oil for a hint of coconut.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.