Peanut Butter Cup Tart

4/29/2026

There are desserts you like and then there are desserts you think about at random times during your day. For a lot of people - chocolate peanut butter desserts fall firmly into that second category.😅🍫🥜 The evidence of that is just how many different kinds of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are sold today. I did a little research and discovered that there are waaaay more Reese's varieties than I ever realized. There's a marshmallow, strawberry peanut butter and jelly, Oreo, peanut butter pie, caramel, chocolate lava cup and white chocolate peanut butter cups!😳

There’s a reason this classic flavor combination has stuck around for a really long time. Chocolate brings a depth and richness to the dessert while the peanut butter adds a nutty, slightly salty contrast and keeps it from becoming overly sweet. Together they create something that feels both comforting and luxurious.

In tart form, the chocolate peanut butter experience is at its best - in my opinion.😉 The buttery, crispy crust adds texture—a slight crunch that gives way to a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth nutty center topped with a decadent layer of rich, dark chocolate. It’s not just a dessert; this tart it an experience.😋😅

Peanut Butter Cup Tart
1 1/3 cups graham cracker crumbs or gluten free graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 Tablespoons sugar

Filling
6 Tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 and 1/4 cups creamy peanut butter

Topping
6 ounces semi sweet chocolate chips
3 Tablespoons creamy peanut butter