Indulge in the delightful combination of chocolate and peanut butter with these scrumptious Reeses Cup Tarts. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, these mini tarts are a fun twist on the classic peanut butter cup. They are great for entertaining guests or as a special treat for yourself. Let’s dive into the recipe for these irresistible Reeses Cup Tarts!
**Ingredients:**
– 1 ½ cups chocolate wafer cookies, crushed
– 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– ½ cup powdered sugar
– 1 cup creamy peanut butter
– ½ cup heavy cream
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 cup chocolate chips
– ½ cup chopped peanuts
– Mini Reeses Cups for garnish
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a bowl, mix together the crushed chocolate wafer cookies and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into each paper liner, forming the crust for the tarts.
3. Bake the crusts for 8-10 minutes until set. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool completely.
4. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and continue to mix until fully incorporated.
5. Next, add the creamy peanut butter to the cream cheese mixture and beat until smooth and creamy.
6. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with the vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture until well combined.
7. Spoon the peanut butter filling into each of the cooled chocolate crusts, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
8. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between each interval until smooth.
9. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the tarts and sprinkle with the chopped peanuts.
10. Chill the tarts in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set.
11. Once the tarts are chilled, garnish the tops with mini Reeses Cups before serving.
12. Enjoy these delectable Reeses Cup Tarts with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot tea. They make a delightful dessert for any occasion, from family gatherings to holiday parties!
With their rich chocolate crust, creamy peanut butter filling, and decadent chocolate drizzle, these Reeses Cup Tarts are a true delight for any chocolate and peanut butter lover. They are easy to make and are sure to impress your guests with their irresistible taste. Treat yourself to these homemade tarts and savor each bite of this delightful dessert!
