Paleo Chocolate Almond Butter Cups
You know those days when you want chocolate, but also want to pretend you’re making healthy decisions? Enter Paleo Chocolate Almond Butter Cups. They scream “treat yourself” without yelling “regret” 10 minutes later. Creamy almond butter hugs your taste buds while rich chocolate swoops in like the snack hero it is. These cups are vegan, refined sugar-free, and somehow still taste like they belong behind a dessert glass in a fancy café. They’re basically Reese’s older, wiser, emotionally stable sister. Minimal prep, zero baking, and maximum smugness when you serve them at brunch. Or just eat five alone. We’re not judging.
Paleo Chocolate Almond Butter Cups
Decadent, creamy almond butter meets smooth dark chocolate in a no-bake, dairy-free, vegan-friendly Paleo dessert that feels way too indulgent.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips dairy-free, at least 70% cacao
- 1/2 cup almond butter unsweetened
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until silky and smooth.
- Line muffin tin with silicone or paper cups.
- Pour 1 tsp melted chocolate into each cup and swirl to coat the bottom. Freeze for 5 minutes.
- In another bowl, mix almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla, and sea salt until smooth.
- Scoop about 1 tsp of almond butter mix into each chilled cup.
- Pour more melted chocolate over each cup to cover the filling completely.
- Tap the tray gently to smooth tops. Freeze for 15 minutes or until set.
- Store in fridge, try not to eat all 10 in one sitting.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Cup)
- Calories: 130
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Cup)
- Magnesium: 7%
- Iron: 6%
- Vitamin E: 5%
- Potassium: 4%
- Phosphorus: 5%
Additional Notes / Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Sprinkle crushed almonds or flaky sea salt on top before chilling for extra flair.
- Use cashew butter for a sweeter, creamier twist.
- Add a dash of cinnamon to the almond mix for warm, cozy vibes.
- Make a double batch. You’ll thank yourself.
