peanut butter cups

It's hard to find a good peanut butter cup- at least, one that doesn't contain dairy.

(Justin's and Trader Joe's are at the top of the list)

However, it can get costly buying fancy peanut butter cups and they are actually really easy to make.

I happen to have a shallow mini muffin pan that works perfectly for this, but you could also use a regular mini muffin pan, just fill them about halfway for the right ratio of chocolate to peanut butter.

Ingredients:

1/2 c. dairy free chocolate chips (I like Enjoy Life or Pascha)

your favorite peanut butter

Instructions:

Spray the muffin pan with cooking spray and use a paper towel to rub it around evenly.

Grab a small saucepan and fill it with a couple inches of water.

Put it on the stove over high heat and bring it to a boil, then turn the heat off.

Place a bowl on top of the saucepan (make sure it's big enough that it doesn't fall in), and add the chocolate to the bowl. Stir it as it starts to melt.

When the chocolate is melted, use a spoon to put a dollup into each muffin well. Spread it around, using the back of the spoon to spread chocolate up the sides, like so.

Place a dollup of peanut butter (smooth or crunchy) into the middle of each well. Bang the pan on the counter top a few times to level it out. Top with more chocolate and spread it around to cover the peanut butter.

Freeze it for a few hours until everything is set. Use a small spatula or spoon to loosen the chocolate from the pan.

Store in the fridge or the freezer.

Makes 6 peanut butter cups.