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A collection of chocolate peanut butter Valentine's hearts arranged beautifully.

Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Valentine’s Hearts

Indulge in these delightful chocolate peanut butter hearts, perfect for Valentine's Day or any special occasion. Each bite offers a rich, creamy peanut butter center enveloped in smooth chocolate.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 12 hearts
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • electric mixer
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • heart-shaped silicone mold or cookie cutter

Ingredients
  

Peanut Butter Filling

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Chocolate Coating & Garnish

  • 12 ounces semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil optional
  • Sprinkles or flaky sea salt (optional)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large bowl, beat softened butter and peanut butter until smooth using an electric mixer.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt to the mixture; mix until light and fluffy and firm enough to handle.

Shaping and Chilling

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, then either press the peanut butter mixture into a heart-shaped silicone mold or roll it out and cut out heart shapes with a cookie cutter.
  • Place the baking sheet with the hearts in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes until firm.

Chocolate Coating

  • Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave or over a double boiler, stirring until smooth.
  • Carefully dip each chilled peanut butter heart into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off.
  • Place chocolate-coated hearts back on the parchment-lined baking sheet and garnish with sprinkles or sea salt while the chocolate is still wet.
  • Return to the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes, or until the chocolate is fully set.

Notes

For best results, ensure your butter is truly softened and your powdered sugar is sifted to avoid lumps. If the peanut butter mixture is too sticky, add a little more powdered sugar. If too dry, add a tiny amount of milk or cream. The coconut oil helps the chocolate melt smoothly and gives it a nice sheen, but it's optional. Store leftover hearts in an airtight container in the refrigerator.