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Quinoa Crunch Peanut Butter Cups Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Quinoa Crunch Peanut Butter Cups are a delicious and crunchy treat that combines smooth dark chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and crispy quinoa for a satisfying snack. Perfect for a quick dessert or an indulgent energy boost, these cups are easy to make and require no baking.

Ingredients

Chocolate Mixture

  • 1 cup dark chocolate
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • 2 tbsp peanut butter
  • 3 tbsp quinoa crisps

Peanut Butter Filling

  • 1/3 cup peanut butter
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp coconut flour

Instructions

  1. Melt the Chocolate: In a medium bowl, combine the dark chocolate and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring well after each until the chocolate is smooth and creamy.
  2. Mix in Peanut Butter and Quinoa Crisps: Add 2 tablespoons of peanut butter and the quinoa crisps into the melted chocolate mixture. Stir well and set aside.
  3. Prepare the Peanut Butter Filling: In a small bowl, mix together 1/3 cup peanut butter and maple syrup until combined.
  4. Thicken the Filling: Gently fold in the coconut flour into the peanut butter mixture until it begins to thicken and hold shape.
  5. Layer the Chocolate Base: Spoon about 1/2 tablespoon of the chocolate mixture into each silicone cupcake liner, spreading it evenly to form the base.
  6. Add the Peanut Butter Center: Roll 1 teaspoon of the peanut butter filling into a ball, flatten slightly, and place it in the center of the chocolate base in each liner, ensuring it does not touch the sides.
  7. Top with Chocolate: Spoon the remaining chocolate mixture over the peanut butter centers to fully cover them.
  8. Set the Cups: Place the silicone liners filled with peanut butter cups into the freezer until fully firm, about 15-20 minutes.
  9. Serve: Once solid, remove the peanut butter cups from the liners and enjoy your crunchy, chocolaty treat!

Notes

  • Use silicone cupcake liners for easy removal of the cups.
  • Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup in the peanut butter filling.
  • Store the cups in the freezer or refrigerator to maintain firmness.
  • For variation, substitute quinoa crisps with puffed rice or other cereal crisps.
  • Allow slightly to warm at room temperature before eating for a softer texture.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/quinoa-crunch-peanut-butter-cups-recipe/