Chocolate Peanut Butter Valentine’s Heart
Indulge in the heavenly combination of rich dark chocolate and creamy peanut butter with this Chocolate Peanut Butter Valentine’s Heart. This delightful dessert is perfect for any occasion, evoking feelings of love and warmth with every bite. Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day or simply treating yourself, this easy-to-make recipe turns simple ingredients into a stunning, Instagram-worthy creation that will impress your loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 6 hearts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools: mixing bowls, spatula, heart-shaped mold, and parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Melt dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix creamy peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and sea salt until well combined.
- Pour half of the melted chocolate into the heart-shaped mold and spread evenly; freeze for 10 minutes.
- Spoon the peanut butter mixture on top of the set chocolate layer; smooth it out before pouring the remaining melted chocolate over it.
- Freeze until firm for at least 30 minutes; gently pop out of the mold to serve or store in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 heart (40g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added texture, swap creamy peanut butter with crunchy peanut butter. Experiment by adding toppings like crushed pretzels or a sprinkle of sea salt on top. Substitute dairy-free chocolate chips for a vegan-friendly option.