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Vegan Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups

A delicious protein chocolate base, peanut butter centre and dark chocolate topping. These cups are perfect as a snack or a healthier dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Servings 10
Calories 261 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

For the base

  • 100g chocolate protein powder I used Bulk chocolate gourmet vegan protein
  • 3 tbsp cocoa
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 90g smooth peanut butter
  • 120ml milk of choice

For the peanut butter layer

  • 100g smooth peanut butter
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • Pinch of salt

For the chocolate topping

  • 100g dark chocolate
  • 1 tsp coconut oil

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, mix together the base ingredients until you have a smooth dough.
  • Divide into 10 balls, then press into cupcake moulds lined with a strip of baking paper (for easy removal). Freeze for 10 minutes.
  • Mix the peanut butter layer ingredients in a separate bowl, then spread over the base.
  • Break up the dark chocolate into a heat-proof bowl, then add the coconut oil. Melt in the microwave, then pour on top of the peanut butter layer. Use a teaspoon to even it out.
  • Freeze for 30-60 minutes, then carefully remove from the moulds.

Notes

Store in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 261kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 11gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 167mgPotassium: 295mgFiber: 4gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 87IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 129mgIron: 2mg
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