Healthy Peanut Butter Cups
These homemade healthy peanut butter cups are a dream come true for any Reese's lover. Created with simple, real food ingredients, these treats are not only delicious but also incredibly convenient. They're the perfect stash-away snack, waiting in your freezer to satiate those sudden chocolate-peanut butter hankerings.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Additional Time1 hour hr
Total Time1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Calories: 167kcal
Peanut Butter Filling
- 1/2 cup creamy all natural peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 3 tablespoons powdered Swerve
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate Coating
- 2/3 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
First, melt together the peanut butter filling ingredients on top of the stove or in the microwave. Set aside in a bowl. Do the same for the chocolate coating ingredients.
Line a muffin tin with 12 muffin liners and spray with cooking spray.
Spoon 1/2 tablespoon of the chocolate mixture into each muffin cup.
Place in the freezer for about 15 minutes or until solid.
Repeat the same thing with the peanut butter layer, spooning around 1/2 tablespoon on top of the chocolate layer.
Drizzle one teaspoon of chocolate mixture over the top of each muffin cup, making sure to cover the tops well.
Place in the freezer for about 15-20 minutes until solid.
Melt your chocolate slowly and avoid overheating, as this can cause it to seize. Using a double boiler is ideal, but if you’re using a microwave, heat in 20-second increments, stirring between each.
If your peanut butter cups seem too runny, add an extra tablespoon of peanut butter. On the other hand, if they’re too thick, mix in another tablespoon of coconut oil for a smoother consistency.
To ensure even layers of chocolate and peanut butter, use a measuring spoon. This way, each cup gets an even distribution of both.
Optional: Sprinkle a tiny bit of flaked sea salt on top for a gourmet touch and a delightful sweet-salty contrast.
Store your peanut butter cups in freezer-friendly storage bag or airtight container for to to 3 months.
This recipe can be found in My Fitness Pal by searching “One Wholesome Life Peanut Butter Cups” Nutrition was calculated using Smucker's All Natural Peanut Butter and Nestle Dark Chocolate Chips.
Calories: 167kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 83mg | Potassium: 137mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g