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4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cups

A quick and healthy snack option, these peanut butter cups are made with just four ingredients and are protein-packed while satisfying your sweet tooth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Peanut Butter Filling
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Peanut Butter
  • 1 scoop Protein Powder
  • 1/2 cup Water Adjust as needed for consistency
Chocolate Layer
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate Chips Can use alternative chocolate varieties
  • 1 tbsp Coconut Oil Can substitute with another neutral oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line a muffin tin with 8 cupcake liners and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the powdered peanut butter and protein powder. Gradually add water and mix until reaching a thick yet smooth consistency.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave for 45 seconds, stir, then microwave again for 30 seconds until fully melted.
Assembly
  1. Add a tablespoon of melted chocolate to each cupcake liner, tilting and rotating to coat the bottom. Freeze for about 10 minutes to set.
  2. Remove from the freezer and add a tablespoon of peanut butter mixture over the set chocolate layer, spreading evenly.
  3. Spoon another tablespoon of melted chocolate over each peanut butter layer, sealing the peanut butter inside. Optionally sprinkle sea salt on top.
Setting
  1. Refrigerate the peanut butter cups for at least 30 minutes or until fully firm. Once set, remove from the liners and enjoy.

Notes

Serve cold or at room temperature. Perfect as a protein snack or dessert. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 10 days or frozen for 3 months. Use different chocolate or nut butter variations to suit your taste.