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Protein Peanut Butter Cups Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

These Protein Peanut Butter Cups are a delicious and nutritious twist on the classic treat, combining rich dark chocolate with a creamy, protein-packed peanut butter filling. Perfect for a satisfying snack or post-workout boost, these cups are easy to make and freezer-set for convenience.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Base

  • 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

Topping

  • Sea salt, for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, gently melt the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil together until the mixture is smooth and fully combined, stirring occasionally to avoid burning.
  2. Prepare Muffin Tin: Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners. Spoon a small amount of the melted chocolate into the bottom of each liner, spreading evenly to form the base layer.
  3. Freeze Base: Place the muffin tin in the freezer for about 10-15 minutes to let the chocolate base set firmly.
  4. Make Peanut Butter Filling: While the chocolate base is setting, mix the natural peanut butter, protein powder, and maple syrup in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
  5. Add Filling: Once the chocolate base is firm, spoon the peanut butter mixture evenly over each chocolate base layer in the muffin tin.
  6. Top with Chocolate: Pour the remaining melted chocolate over the peanut butter filling in each cup, covering it completely.
  7. Sprinkle Sea Salt: Lightly sprinkle sea salt over the top of each cup to enhance flavor and add a subtle crunch.
  8. Freeze Until Firm: Return the muffin tin to the freezer and let the peanut butter cups freeze for at least 30 minutes or until solid.
  9. Enjoy: Remove the cups from the freezer, peel off the liners, and enjoy a protein-rich treat straight from the freezer. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer.

Notes

  • Use natural peanut butter with no added sugar or oils for a cleaner flavor.
  • Protein powder choice (vanilla or chocolate) can adjust the sweetness and flavor profile of the filling.
  • For a vegan option, ensure your protein powder and chocolate chips are vegan-friendly.
  • These cups should be kept frozen until consumption as they soften quickly at room temperature.
  • Experiment with different toppings such as crushed nuts or cacao nibs instead of sea salt.

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