Description
Delicious and healthy Protein Peanut Butter Cups made with natural peanut butter, protein powder, and rich dark chocolate. These no-bake snacks are perfect for a high-protein treat that’s easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite protein powder flavors.
Ingredients
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Peanut Butter Protein Layer
- 1 cup natural peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 1/4 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 tablespoon coconut flour (optional, for thickening)
Chocolate Coating
- 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips (dairy-free if needed)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the muffin tin: Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners to keep the peanut butter cups contained and easy to remove once set.
- Make the peanut butter protein mixture: In a medium bowl, mix together the natural peanut butter, protein powder, maple syrup, and coconut flour (if using) until a thick, dough-like consistency forms. Set aside to use as the filling.
- Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well each time until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Create the chocolate base layer: Spoon approximately 1 teaspoon of the melted chocolate into the bottom of each lined mini muffin cup. Tilt each cup to allow the chocolate to coat the bottom and sides slightly. This forms the base layer.
- Freeze to set base: Place the muffin tin in the freezer for 10 minutes to allow the chocolate base layer to harden.
- Shape and add the filling: Once the base is firm, roll about 1 teaspoon of the peanut butter protein mixture into a small disc. Place the disc on top of the chocolate base in each muffin cup.
- Cover with chocolate: Spoon more melted chocolate over the peanut butter discs, fully covering the filling to encase it in chocolate.
- Add finishing touch: Sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt on top of each cup if desired, to enhance the flavor balance.
- Chill completely: Return the muffin tin to the freezer for another 10–15 minutes, or until the peanut butter cups are fully set and solid.
- Store properly: Once set, transfer the peanut butter cups to the refrigerator or freezer for storage. Enjoy them chilled for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use your favorite protein powder flavor to customize these cups according to your taste preferences.
- Almond butter or sunflower seed butter can be used as allergy-friendly alternatives to peanut butter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
