4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cups
These delicious 4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cups are a quick and healthy treat perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, providing a protein punch for pre or post-workout energy.
Ingredients
Peanut Butter Filling
- 1/2 cup Powdered Peanut Butter
- 1 scoop Protein Powder
- 1/2 cup Water
Chocolate Layer
- 1 cup Dark Chocolate Chips
- 1 tbsp Coconut Oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Line a muffin tin with 8 cupcake liners and set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine powdered peanut butter and protein powder. Gradually add water and mix until the filling reaches a slightly thick yet smooth texture. Set aside.
- Combine chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 45 seconds, stir, then microwave again for 30 seconds and mix until fully melted and smooth.
Assembly
- Add a tablespoon of melted chocolate to each cupcake liner. Tilt, rotate, and shake the liners to coat the bottom evenly, and use a spoon to cover a bit of the sides as well.
- Place the muffin tin in the freezer for about 10 minutes to set.
- Remove the muffin tin from the freezer. Add a tablespoon of the peanut butter mixture over the set chocolate layer, spreading it evenly with the back of a spoon.
- Spoon another tablespoon of melted chocolate over each peanut butter layer, spreading it to the edges to seal the peanut butter inside. Sprinkle sea salt if desired.
- Refrigerate the peanut butter cups for at least 30 minutes or until they are completely firm. Once set, remove the peanut butter cups from the liners and enjoy.
Notes
To keep your peanut butter cups fresh, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about a week. For longer storage, freeze for up to three months. Thaw slightly before enjoying. Experiment with flavors by adding vanilla extract or cinnamon to the filling.