Description
These Healthy Peanut Butter Cups are a delicious and wholesome treat made with natural peanut butter, coconut oil, and maple syrup. They are easy to prepare, requiring just a few ingredients and minimal cooking time, resulting in a smooth and rich snack that’s perfect for satisfying your chocolate and peanut butter cravings without any guilt.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- ½ cup coconut oil
- ½ cup natural peanut butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ⅛ tsp flaked sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the muffin tin: Line a muffin tin with 10 paper liners and set aside to make filling easier and cleanup minimal.
- Melt and combine base ingredients: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, add the coconut oil, natural peanut butter, and maple syrup. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Add cocoa powder: Remove the saucepan from heat, then gradually stir in the cocoa powder, mixing until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
- Stir in vanilla: Add the vanilla extract to the mixture and mix well to combine all flavors evenly.
- Fill muffin cups and add salt: Pour the chocolate mixture evenly into each lined muffin cup, filling them about halfway. Sprinkle the tops with flaked sea salt for a subtle crunch and balance of flavor.
- Freeze to set: Place the filled muffin tin in the freezer and let the peanut butter cups chill for 15 minutes or until fully set and firm.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter without added sugars or hydrogenated oils for the healthiest option.
- If coconut oil is solid, gently warm it first to melt before starting the recipe.
- Store the peanut butter cups in the freezer or refrigerator to keep them firm and fresh.
- You can customize the sweetness by adjusting the amount of maple syrup based on your preference.
- These cups are ideal for a quick energy boost or a guilt-free dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American