Description

Indulge guilt-free in the creamy, chocolatey delight of Protein Peanut Butter Cups! Packed with protein and healthy fats, these treats are perfect for workouts, snack breaks, or dessert cravings.

Ingredients

For the Peanut Butter Layer

½ cup peanut butter (natural, runny)
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon coconut oil (melted)
¼ cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)

For the Chocolate Layer

2 cups chocolate chips (dark or semi-sweet)
1 tablespoon coconut oil
Flakey sea salt (optional)

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture

- In a bowl, mix peanut butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and protein powder until smooth.
- Chill for 5 minutes.

2. Melt the Chocolate

- Combine chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

3. Create the Chocolate Base

- Add 1 tablespoon of melted chocolate to each cavity of a silicone mold or lined muffin tin.
- Spread chocolate up the sides and freeze for 10 minutes.

4. Form the Peanut Butter Layer

- Roll the peanut butter mixture into 12 small balls.
- Flatten a ball in each mold over the chocolate base.

5. Seal with Chocolate

- Cover the peanut butter layer with 1 tablespoon of melted chocolate.
- Smooth the tops and freeze for another 10 minutes.

6. Chill and Serve

Sprinkle with flakey sea salt if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

Store in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Customize with your favorite nut butters or protein powders.
Adjust sweetness with less maple syrup or unsweetened chocolate.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Snack, Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American