Description

Sometimes, the simplest pleasures are the sweetest. These creamy, dreamy Peanut Butter Meltaways are melt-in-your-mouth candies that require just three ingredients, zero baking, and about 15 minutes of active prep. Perfect for gifting, sharing, or keeping a secret stash for yourself!

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 pounds milk chocolate (bars or melting wafers)
1.5 pounds white chocolate (real white chocolate with cocoa butter)
1 (16 oz) jar creamy peanut butter (no-stir preferred)

Optional toppings: flaky sea salt, sprinkles, or crushed nuts

Instructions

1. Melt the Chocolate

Combine milk and white chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
Double boiler method: Place the bowl over simmering water (bottom of bowl not touching water). Stir until smooth.
Microwave method: Heat in 30-second intervals on medium power, stirring between each interval.

Tip: Keep heat low to prevent burning; patience is key.

2. Add Peanut Butter

Remove from heat. Add the entire jar of peanut butter and stir until fully combined into a smooth, glossy mixture.
Pro Tip: Warm peanut butter for 15–20 seconds in the microwave if it’s very firm.

3. Fill Molds

Transfer mixture to a squeeze bottle for easy, mess-free filling.
Fill silicone candy molds, or use a zip-top bag with a corner snipped off.
Tap molds gently to release air bubbles.

4. Chill Quickly

Place molds in the freezer for 5–10 minutes to set the candies.

5. Remove and Store

Flex silicone molds to pop out candies.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Alternative: Pour mixture into a parchment-lined 8×8 pan, chill, and cut into squares.

Notes

Chocolate Seizing: If chocolate becomes grainy, stir in a teaspoon of neutral oil at a time until smooth. Ensure all equipment is dry.
Natural Peanut Butter: Avoid for this recipe; it may prevent proper setting.
Storage: Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freezer for 3 months (layer between parchment).
Mix-Ins: Try crunchy peanut butter, caramel swirls, crushed cookies, or festive sprinkles for variety.

Nutrition

Calories: 80 Cal per Piece
Sugar: 6g
Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 1g