3-Ingredient Vegan Peanut Butter Cups
Decadent chocolate and creamy peanut butter combine to create simple yet dangerously addictive vegan treats with just three basic ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dairy-free chocolate chips dark or semi-sweet
- ½ cup natural peanut butter unsweetened, creamy, and dreamy
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup for a touch of sweetness
Instructions
Step 1: Melt the Chocolate
- Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 20 seconds until smooth.
Step 2: Assemble the Cups
- Spoon a little melted chocolate into each liner and spread it evenly.
- Freeze for 10 minutes until firm.
- In a separate bowl, mix peanut butter with maple syrup.
- Drop a spoonful of peanut butter mixture onto the hardened chocolate layer.
Step 3: Seal with More Chocolate
- Pour the remaining melted chocolate over each peanut butter layer.
- Tap the muffin tin gently to spread the chocolate evenly.
- Freeze for 20 minutes until fully set.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Cup)
- Calories: ~150
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
Extra Tips for the Best Peanut Butter Cups
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for an even richer flavor.
- Sprinkle sea salt on top for a gourmet touch.
- Swap peanut butter for almond or cashew butter for variety.
- Store in the freezer to keep them firm and extra refreshing.