How to Make Peanut Butter Meltaways

Have you ever stumbled across a recipe online that you just had to try? That’s exactly what happened when I saw Laurie Maser Dixon’s peanut butter meltaways recipe. It was simple, sweet, and had everyone raving in the comments. Laurie’s been making these candies for years, gifting them to teachers, friends, and even donating them to her local NICU. I mean, how could I not try them?

Spoiler alert: they’re incredible. If you’re looking for an easy recipe that will make you look like a candy-making pro, you’re in the right place. Let me walk you through how to make these melt-in-your-mouth treats.

What Are Peanut Butter Meltaways?

Peanut butter meltaways are rich, creamy little chocolates with a perfect balance of sweetness and peanut butter flavor. They’re called “meltaways” for a reason – they literally melt in your mouth. Plus, they’re ridiculously easy to make.

With just three ingredients and a little bit of time, you can whip up a batch of these candies for gifting, snacking, or sharing at holiday parties. Trust me, everyone will think you spent hours making them (but you’ll know better).

Ingredients You’ll Need

The best part of this recipe? You only need three ingredients:

• 1.5 pounds of milk chocolate chips
• 1.5 pounds of white chocolate chips
• 1 jar (16 ounces) of creamy peanut butter

Yep, that’s it. No fancy candy thermometers, no endless list of ingredients. Simple and perfect.

How to Make Peanut Butter Meltaways

This recipe is straightforward, but Laurie shared some great tips to make the process even easier. Here’s how to do it step by step:

1. Melt the Chocolate

Start by melting half of the milk chocolate chips and half of the white chocolate chips together in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring after each one, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.

Why only half? Laurie melts everything in batches to keep it warm and workable. If you melt all the chocolate at once, it can cool and thicken before you get it into the molds.

2. Add Peanut Butter

Once the chocolate is melted, stir in half the jar of peanut butter until it’s completely mixed. The peanut butter gives the mixture a smooth, creamy texture that’s absolutely perfect for candies.

Repeat this process with the other half of the ingredients to make the second batch.

3. Fill the Molds

Here’s where the fun begins! Pour the melted mixture into a squeeze bottle for easy pouring (or use a spoon if you don’t have one). Carefully fill your candy molds – I love using festive shapes like snowflakes, Christmas trees, or gingerbread men for the holidays.

Pro tip: Work quickly to fill the molds before the mixture cools and thickens.

4. Freeze to Set

Once your molds are filled, pop them in the freezer for 5-10 minutes to set. The chocolate firms up quickly, making it easy to pop the candies out.

5. Store Your Meltaways

After they’ve set, remove the candies from the molds and store them in an airtight container or tin. Keep them in the fridge so they stay fresh and perfectly firm.

Why This Recipe Is So Loved

Laurie’s peanut butter meltaways aren’t just delicious – they’ve got heart. She shared that she makes these candies to donate to her local NICU during the holidays, and they’ve become such a favorite that they were even mentioned at the hospital’s 50-year celebration.

On top of that, her kids’ teachers rave about them, and honestly, they’re the perfect homemade gift. They’re quick to make, look impressive, and taste like something from a fancy candy shop.

I’ve made these for neighbors and friends, and the reaction is always the same: “Wait, you made these?!”

Tips for Success

Here are a few extra tips Laurie shared that I found super helpful:

• Stick to creamy peanut butter: Crunchy peanut butter will mess with the smooth texture of the candies.
• Use good-quality chocolate: Since this recipe is so simple, the chocolate really shines.
• Have fun with molds: Cute shapes make the candies even more special – they’re perfect for holidays or special occasions.
• Work in batches: Melting and mixing smaller amounts at a time makes the process easier to manage.

Peanut butter meltaways are the kind of recipe you’ll want to make again and again. They’re easy, delicious, and so versatile – perfect for gifting, parties, or just indulging at home.

So, grab your ingredients and give this viral recipe a try. I guarantee you’ll be hooked. And if you’re feeling extra generous, share some with your loved ones – these little candies are made to spread joy.