Introduction

These Chocolate Peanut Butter Valentine’s Hearts are a deliciously rich and festive treat perfect for sharing or gifting. Creamy peanut butter meets smooth chocolate in adorable heart shapes that are sure to impress your loved ones.

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Ingredients

1 cup creamy peanut butter, room temperature
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups powdered sugar
10-12 oz. chocolate, chopped (half semi-sweet and half milk chocolate) or good quality candy coating

Instructions

Step 1: Line an 8 x 8 inch dish with parchment paper, leaving the paper overhanging the sides for easy removal. Set aside.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, stir together peanut butter, melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt until the sugar dissolves. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar until fully combined.
Step 3: Press the mixture evenly into the prepared dish, smoothing the top with a spatula or your palms to form about a ½ inch thick layer.
Step 4: Place the dish in the freezer until the mixture is firm enough to cut, about 30 minutes.
Step 5: Once firm, line a tray with parchment paper. Using a small heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out hearts and place them on the tray. Gather scraps, knead, flatten, and cut out a few more hearts.
Step 6: Freeze the hearts until firm again.
Step 7: Melt the chocolate or candy coating gently. Line another tray with parchment paper.
Step 8: Working with a few hearts at a time, dip each heart into the melted chocolate using a fork to coat completely. Tap the fork gently to drip off excess chocolate.
Step 9: Place the chocolate-covered hearts on the lined tray and refrigerate until the chocolate has set.

Tips & Variations

Use candy coating if you’re new to chocolate dipping; it’s easier to work with than real chocolate.
Keep the peanut butter mixture cold while working to prevent it from softening too quickly.
Try adding a pinch of cinnamon or chili powder to the peanut butter mixture for a subtle twist.

Storage

Store the finished hearts in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze them for longer storage. To reheat, allow frozen hearts to thaw in the fridge for a few hours before serving to maintain their texture and flavor.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy?

Yes, you can use crunchy peanut butter, but the texture will be slightly different with small peanut pieces in the hearts.

What’s the best way to melt chocolate for dipping?

Use a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Melt chocolate slowly and gently for the best consistency when dipping.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Valentine’s Heart Recipe

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Delightfully rich and creamy Chocolate Peanut Butter Valentine’s Hearts, perfect for gifting or enjoying as a sweet treat. These no-bake peanut butter squares are coated in smooth melted chocolate, shaped into festive hearts, and guaranteed to satisfy both chocolate and peanut butter lovers.

Author: Sophie
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Yield: Approximately 25–30 heart-shaped candies 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Peanut Butter Mixture

1 cup creamy peanut butter, room temperature
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups powdered sugar

Chocolate Coating

10–12 oz. chopped chocolate (half semi-sweet, half milk chocolate) or good quality candy coating

Instructions

Prepare Pan: Line an 8 x 8 inch dish with parchment paper, allowing excess paper to hang over the sides for easy removal later, then set it aside.
Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, stir together the creamy peanut butter, melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until the sugar dissolves completely. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar, incorporating it fully until a thick dough forms.
Press Mixture: Transfer the peanut butter mixture into the prepared dish and press it down firmly. Smooth the surface with a spatula or press with your palms to create an even ½ inch thick layer.
Freeze Base Layer: Place the dish in the freezer until the mixture is firm enough to cut, approximately 30-45 minutes.
Cut Hearts: Once firm, line a tray with parchment paper. Using a small heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out heart shapes from the chilled peanut butter layer. Gather any leftover dough, knead it briefly, and cut out additional hearts. Place all cut hearts on the parchment-lined tray and return to the freezer until firm, about 20 minutes.
Melt Chocolate: Melt the chocolate or candy coating gently using a double boiler or microwave, stirring frequently until smooth.
Dip Hearts: Line another tray with parchment paper. Using a fork, carefully dip each heart into the melted chocolate to cover completely. Tap the fork gently to remove excess chocolate. Work with a few hearts at a time to keep them firm and easier to handle.
Set Chocolate: Place the chocolate-covered hearts on the parchment-lined tray and refrigerate until the chocolate coating has fully set, about 15-20 minutes.
Store: Store the finished hearts in the refrigerator for short-term storage or freeze them for longer keeping.

Notes

Use good quality candy coating if you prefer easier melting and dipping; it’s more forgiving than real chocolate.
Keep the hearts cold during the dipping process to maintain firmness and prevent melting.
Leftover dough can be reshaped to maximize yield, so don’t waste any mixture.
Store treats refrigerated for up to one week or frozen for up to one month.
You can customize the chocolate coating by using dark or white chocolate according to taste.

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