“Peanut Butter Caramel Minis: No-Bake Party Perfection!”
Peanut Butter Caramel Minis are a delightful no-bake dessert that combines creamy peanut butter, rich caramel, and a crunchy graham cracker crust. These bite-sized treats are perfect for parties, offering a sweet and salty flavor profile that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hr 15 min
- Yield: 8 minis 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- Crust:
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (cold)
- Topping:
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Crust: In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottoms of a lined muffin pan. Chill for 10 minutes.
- Whip the Filling: Beat cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy. Fold in cold whipped cream to keep it light and creamy.
- Fill and Chill: Spoon the mixture over the crusts and smooth the tops. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or freeze for quicker setup).
- Top with Caramel Magic: Drizzle with warm caramel sauce and sprinkle chopped peanuts on top. Add a pinch of sea salt if desired.
- Serve & Impress: Carefully remove each mini from the muffin tin before serving.
Notes
- For a firmer texture, freeze for 30 minutes before serving.
- Use homemade caramel for a richer flavor.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg