Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Stuffed Donuts: Decadent No-Bake Treats for Ultimate Indulgence

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Stuffed Donuts are the kind of dessert that instantly feels luxurious—rich chocolate coating, soft donut texture, and a surprise peanut butter center that melts in your mouth. What makes this recipe truly special is that it’s completely no-bake, meaning you can achieve bakery-style decadence without turning on the oven or dealing with frying oil.

These donuts are designed for dessert lovers who crave bold flavor, smooth textures, and easy preparation. They’re perfect for parties, gift boxes, holidays, or late-night cravings when you want something indulgent but stress-free.

Every bite delivers contrast: the snap of chocolate shell, the pillowy donut interior, and the creamy peanut butter cup center. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a show-stopping treat that feels far more elaborate than it actually is.

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What Makes These No-Bake Donuts Special

Unlike traditional donuts, this recipe:

  • Requires no oven and no frying
  • Uses store-bought donut bases or donut halves
  • Focuses on texture layering
  • Delivers a candy-like finish with dessert-level richness

They’re technically donuts—but with the indulgence of a premium chocolate confection.


INGREDIENTS

Donut Base

  • 8 plain cake donuts (store-bought, unfrosted)
  • 8 mini peanut butter cups

Chocolate Coating

  • 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil or butter

Optional Toppings

  • Crushed peanuts
  • Chocolate drizzle
  • Sea salt flakes

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Slice each donut horizontally to create a top and bottom half.
  2. Place one mini peanut butter cup in the center of each donut bottom.
  3. Cover with donut tops and press gently to seal.
  4. Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil using a double boiler or microwave.
  5. Dip each stuffed donut fully into melted chocolate.
  6. Allow excess chocolate to drip off.
  7. Place donuts on parchment-lined tray.
  8. Sprinkle toppings immediately if using.
  9. Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes until chocolate sets.
  10. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Texture & Flavor Breakdown

  • Exterior: Firm chocolate shell with slight snap
  • Interior: Soft cake donut
  • Center: Creamy peanut butter chocolate core

This triple-layer experience is what makes these donuts unforgettable.


Customization Ideas

  • Use dark chocolate for deeper flavor
  • Swap peanut butter cups for caramel-filled candies
  • Add crushed pretzels for crunch
  • Finish with gold sprinkles for gifting

Storage Tips

  • Store in refrigerator up to 4 days
  • Let sit 5 minutes before serving for best texture
  • Not freezer-friendly due to chocolate shell cracking

Perfect Occasions for These Donuts

  • Dessert tables
  • Party platters
  • Homemade gift boxes
  • Holiday trays
  • No-bake dessert collections

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Stuffed Donuts

Soft donuts stuffed with peanut butter cups and coated in rich chocolate for an indulgent no-bake dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 donuts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360

Ingredients
  

Donuts
  • 8 plain cake donuts unfrosted
  • 8 mini peanut butter cups
Chocolate Coating
  • 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil or butter

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Slice donuts and insert peanut butter cups.
  2. Melt chocolate with coconut oil until smooth.
  3. Dip stuffed donuts in chocolate and chill to set.

Notes

Best enjoyed slightly chilled for a firm chocolate shell.

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