Snickers cups are a decadent, bite-sized twist on the classic candy bar that blend creamy peanut butter, crunchy peanuts, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate in every layer.
Perfect for sweet cravings or entertaining, these no-bake treats come together quickly and deliver irresistible Snickers flavor in a satisfying homemade form.
What You’ll Need for Snickers Cups
The Essentials Behind These Sweet Layers
- Milk chocolate chips – Create the smooth, melty base and top layer, giving each bite its signature candy coating.
- Caramel bits – Provide that irresistible gooey, buttery sweetness, mimicking the rich caramel center of a traditional Snickers.
- Water – Helps melt the caramel bits into a silky-smooth layer without seizing.
- Chopped peanuts – Add crunch and salty contrast, staying true to the Snickers legacy.
- Creamy peanut butter – Forms the luscious middle layer, bringing creamy richness and nutty depth.
- Powdered sugar – Thickens the peanut butter layer and adds just the right touch of sweetness.
How to Make These No-Bake Snickers Cups
Layered, Melted, and Absolutely Worth It
Start by lining a muffin pan with paper liners to create perfect, poppable cups. Melt the milk chocolate chips in the microwave until smooth, then spoon a small amount into the base of each liner and chill to firm up.
While the base sets, melt caramel bits with water until silky, then stir in the chopped peanuts. In a separate bowl, mix peanut butter with powdered sugar until smooth and thick.
Once the chocolate base is set, layer on the peanut butter mixture, followed by the warm caramel-peanut filling. Finish with a final layer of melted chocolate over the top and chill until everything is firm and ready to devour.
Tips for Perfect Snickers Cups Every Time
From Candy Bar Classic to Homemade Hero
Using muffin liners makes for easy removal and a clean presentation, but silicone molds can work just as well for a polished look. Be sure to press down each layer gently to create even stacking and avoid air pockets.
Chilling between layers is key to keeping them defined and tidy. Don’t skip the refrigeration step—it ensures the peanut butter and caramel layers don’t run into each other. For an extra nutty punch, toast the peanuts before mixing them into the caramel for a deeper, roasted flavor.
If you prefer a slightly less sweet version, opt for dark chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate for a more balanced finish. You can also experiment with crunchy peanut butter for added texture in the center layer.
Keep ‘Em Sweet: Storage Tips for Snickers Cups
How to Store, Freeze, and Enjoy Later
Store Snickers cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. The cold helps keep the layers intact and the chocolate firm. For longer storage, freeze them in a single layer, then transfer to a zip-top bag once frozen.
When you’re ready to enjoy, let frozen cups sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes for the ideal texture—soft enough to bite into, but still cool and satisfyingly chewy.
Snickers Snack Cups
Ingredients
- ½ cup coarsely chopped peanuts
- 1 cup caramel bits
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 12 ounces milk chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons water
- ⅔ cup smooth peanut butter
Instructions
- Line a standard muffin pan with 12 paper liners and set aside.
- In a medium microwave-safe bowl, melt the milk chocolate chips by heating for 1 minute, stirring, and then continuing in 30-second intervals until fully smooth.
- Spoon 1 teaspoon of the melted chocolate into each liner and spread to cover the base evenly. Transfer the pan to the refrigerator to chill.
- In a separate small microwave-safe bowl, combine caramel bits with water. Microwave for 1 minute, stir, and continue heating in 20-second increments until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.
- Fold the chopped peanuts into the caramel mixture and set aside.
- In a small mixing bowl, thoroughly blend the peanut butter and powdered sugar. Keep aside.
- Retrieve the muffin pan from the refrigerator.
- Portion 2 teaspoons of the peanut butter mixture into each chocolate base, spreading evenly.
- Add 1 tablespoon of the caramel-peanut mixture atop the peanut butter layer.
- Finish with another 2 teaspoons of the melted chocolate over the caramel layer, smoothing the top.
- Refrigerate until the chocolate layer is completely firm.
