Chocolate Peanut Butter Valentine’s Heart
Indulge in the sweet delight of Chocolate Peanut Butter Valentine’s Hearts, a treat that combines creamy peanut butter with rich chocolate for a perfect dessert experience. These charming heart-shaped goodies are not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to make. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create a dessert that warms the heart and satisfies the sweet tooth. Ideal for sharing with loved ones on special occasions or any day you’re in the mood for something sweet, these no-bake treats promise joy in every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 into small pieces)
Instructions
- Prepare an 8×8 inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine room-temperature peanut butter and melted butter until smooth.
- Mix in brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until well blended.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until it forms a thick dough.
- Press the mixture evenly into the prepared dish and chill in the freezer for about 30 minutes until firm.
- Cut out heart shapes using a cookie cutter and return to the freezer for another 10-15 minutes.
- Melt chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts.
- Dip each chilled heart into melted chocolate, letting excess drip off before placing on parchment-lined tray.
- Refrigerate until chocolate is firm, approximately 30 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 heart (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg