Peanut Butter Eggs Pretzel (Printable)

Salty pretzels, peanut butter, and chocolate layered for perfect mini dessert cups.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pretzel Crust

01 - 1 cup salted pretzels, finely crushed
02 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

→ Peanut Butter Filling

04 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
06 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
07 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Chocolate Topping

08 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
09 - 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable oil

→ Optional Decoration

10 - Colored sprinkles or flaky sea salt

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Line a 12-cup mini muffin tin with paper liners.
02 - Combine finely crushed pretzels, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl and stir until fully integrated.
03 - Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of pretzel mixture into each liner, press firmly to create an even base.
04 - Freeze crusts for 10 minutes to solidify.
05 - In a separate bowl, beat creamy peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes smooth.
06 - Scoop 1 tablespoon of peanut butter filling onto each chilled crust and smooth gently with the back of a spoon.
07 - Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil or vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring between each until glossy and smooth.
08 - Spoon melted chocolate over each peanut butter layer to completely cover.
09 - Add colored sprinkles or flaky sea salt for finishing touch, if desired.
10 - Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until chocolate is firm.
11 - Keep finished cups in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The salty crunch of the pretzel crust balances the creamy, rich peanut butter filling.
  • A smooth semi-sweet chocolate topping adds an irresistible touch of indulgence.
  • Easy to prepare with simple ingredients and minimal baking time.
  • Perfectly portioned as individual mini cupcake treats.
02 -
  • Use paper liners to easily lift the cups out without breaking.
  • Microwave chocolate in short bursts and stir well for smooth, lump-free topping.
  • Press crust firmly to avoid crumbling when serving.
  • Refrigerate fully to ensure the cups set properly before serving.
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