Get ready to transform your dessert game with these adorable and irresistible Peanut Butter Cup Trees! Imagine biting into a festive, chocolate-covered treat that combines the classic flavors of peanut butter, chocolate, and graham crackers in a whimsical tree-shaped delight. Perfect for holiday parties, family gatherings, or when you simply want to add a touch of playful sweetness to your day, these no-bake treats are not just a dessert—they're an experience that will have everyone asking for your secret recipe!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 trees
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 24 pretzel sticks
- 24 mini Reese's cups
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for tree assembly.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, powdered sugar, and graham cracker crumbs. Mix thoroughly until a smooth, moldable dough forms.
- Divide the peanut butter mixture into 24 equal portions, approximately 1 tablespoon each.
- Shape each portion into a triangular tree-like form, ensuring the base is slightly wider and the top tapers to a point.
- Insert a pretzel stick into the bottom of each tree shape as the "trunk", ensuring it's securely embedded.
- Place the shaped trees on the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth and completely melted.
- Carefully dip each chilled tree into the melted chocolate, ensuring complete coverage. Gently tap to remove excess chocolate.
- Place a mini Reese's cup at the top of each tree as a decorative "tree topper".
- Return the chocolate-covered trees to the parchment sheet and refrigerate for 10 minutes until chocolate sets.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Serve chilled for best texture.
Tips
- Ensure your peanut butter mixture is well-chilled before shaping to make molding easier and prevent sticking.
- Use room temperature chocolate for smoother dipping and a more even coating.
- For a cleaner look, use a fork when dipping trees into melted chocolate to allow excess to drip off.
- If chocolate starts to harden during dipping, briefly reheat in the microwave.
- For a festive touch, sprinkle some holiday-colored sprinkles on the trees before the chocolate sets.
- Use a digital scale for precise portioning to ensure uniform tree sizes.
- Allow trees to set completely in the refrigerator for the best texture and presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 5mg
