Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups are a delightful vegan treat that combines creamy peanut butter with rich dark chocolate, creating a perfect balance of flavors. These delectable cups are not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making them a great dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

• dark chocolate chips - 100g
• natural peanut butter - 50g
• maple syrup - 1 tablespoon
• coconut oil - 1 tablespoon
• vanilla extract - 1/2 teaspoon
• sea salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Melt the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until fully melted and smooth.
2. Line a muffin tin with two cupcake liners.
3. Spoon a tablespoon of the melted chocolate mixture into each cupcake liner, spreading it evenly to cover the bottom.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt until well combined.
5. Spoon a dollop of the peanut butter mixture into each chocolate-lined cupcake liner, leveling it off.
6. Top each peanut butter layer with another tablespoon of the melted chocolate, ensuring the peanut butter is completely covered.
7. Refrigerate for about 20 minutes or until the chocolate has set.
8. Once set, remove the cups from the muffin tin and enjoy your homemade chocolate peanut butter cups!

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 12 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.01 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from dark chocolate.
• Contains healthy fats and protein from peanut butter.

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