Description
Indulge in these protein peanut butter cups for a delicious and nutritious treat. Made with natural ingredients and packed with protein, these homemade candies are perfect for a quick snack or post-workout refuel.
Ingredients
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For the Peanut Butter Filling:
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup vanilla or chocolate protein powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Coating:
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- Flaky sea salt for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
- Mix the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, coconut oil, maple syrup, protein powder, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Form the Cups: Scoop 1 teaspoon of the mixture into each muffin liner and press down to form a base.
- Coat with Chocolate: Melt chocolate chips in the microwave, then spoon over the peanut butter base.
- Chill: Sprinkle with sea salt if desired and freeze for 20–30 minutes until set.
- Enjoy: Store in the fridge or freezer until ready to eat.
Notes
- You can substitute almond or cashew butter for variety.
- Choose your favorite flavor of protein powder to customize the taste.
- These cups are ideal for a quick energy boost or a guilt-free dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
