Description
These Protein Peanut Butter Cups are a delicious and nutritious treat combining rich dark chocolate with a protein-packed peanut butter filling. Perfect as a post-workout snack or a healthier dessert option, they are naturally sweetened with maple syrup and topped with a hint of sea salt for the perfect balance of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Layer
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Peanut Butter Filling
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Other
- Sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, melt the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil together until smooth and fully combined, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Prepare Muffin Tin: Line a muffin tin with paper liners. Spoon a small amount of the melted chocolate into the bottom of each liner, ensuring an even layer. Place the tin in the freezer to set the chocolate base.
- Make Filling: In a bowl, mix together the natural peanut butter, protein powder, and maple syrup until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a creamy filling.
- Assemble Cups: Once the chocolate base is firm, spoon the peanut butter mixture evenly onto each chocolate layer in the muffin tin. Then, top each filled cup with the remaining melted chocolate, covering the filling completely.
- Freeze and Finish: Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of each cup for enhanced flavor. Place the muffin tin back into the freezer and chill until the peanut butter cups are firm, about 30 minutes.
- Serve: Remove from the freezer and enjoy these homemade protein-packed peanut butter cups as a tasty and satisfying snack.
Notes
- For best results, use natural peanut butter without added sugars or oils.
- Choose a protein powder flavor (vanilla or chocolate) that complements the chocolate and peanut butter.
- Store the peanut butter cups in an airtight container in the freezer to keep them firm.
- If you prefer a sweeter treat, you can increase the maple syrup by 1 tablespoon.
- Sea salt enhances the chocolate and peanut butter flavors but can be omitted if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
