Chocolate Peanut Butter Heart
This chocolate peanut butter heart is a rich, no-bake treat made with creamy peanut butter and smooth melted chocolate. Easy to make and perfect for gifting, these homemade hearts have the ideal balance of sweet and salty with a soft, melt-in-your-mouth center—perfect for Valentine’s Day or anytime you want a special dessert.
Ingredients
- Main Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1½ cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 3 tablespoons butter softened
- Flavor Base & Sweeteners
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pantry Staples
- Pinch of salt
- 1 –2 teaspoons coconut oil or shortening optional, for smoother chocolate
Instructions
- Prep
- Line a baking sheet or small pan with parchment paper.
- Lightly grease heart molds if using.
- Make the Peanut Butter Filling
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Mix until smooth, thick, and well combined.
- Shape the Hearts
- Shape mixture into heart shapes by hand or press into heart molds.
- Place on prepared parchment-lined pan.
- Chill for 20–30 minutes until firm.
- Melt the Chocolate
- Melt chocolate gently in the microwave (30-second intervals, stirring) or over a double boiler.
- Stir in coconut oil if using.
- Coat the Hearts
- Dip chilled hearts into melted chocolate or spoon chocolate over the tops.
- Return to parchment-lined pan.
- Set
- Chill for 15–20 minutes, until chocolate is fully set.
Notes
- Use smooth peanut butter for the creamiest texture.
- Avoid overheating chocolate to keep it glossy and smooth.
- Let hearts sit at room temperature briefly before serving for best texture.