Chocolate Peanut Butter Treats (with Low Sugar Option)

 

Prep: 2 hrs, 10 mins

Total Time: 2 hrs, 10 mins

Servings: 16-24

 

Ingredients:

1 (3.5 oz) high-quality chocolate bar or 3/4 cup high-quality dark chocolate chips, 60% cocoa (see notes)

1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter

1/3 cup butter, softened

1 tablespoon powdered sweetener

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

 

Directions:

1. Line a square 8-inch baking dish with wax paper or prepare silicone candy molds (my favorite option!).

2. Place all ingredients in a medium saucepan. Heat over very low heat, stirring often and making sure chocolate doesn't burn.

3. Remove from heat as soon as chocolate is melted. Keep stirring until smooth. 

4. Using a rubber spatula, transfer the mixture to prepared pan, spreading out evenly and smoothing out on top or pour into candy molds. 

5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until set, at least 2 hours.

6. If a pan was used, cut into squares; otherwise, pop out of silicone molds. 

7. Store in sealed container. Keep refrigerated. 

Notes: 

1. The quality of chocolate will make or break this recipe. Lindt and Ghiradelli are my favorites!

2. For Keto, sugar-free, or diabetic options, opt for 80% cocoa chocolate and use powdered Swerve. Powdered Stevia will also work, but I prefer Swerve for this particular recipe.