Quinoa Crunch Peanut Butter Cups Recipe
These Quinoa Crunch Peanut Butter Cups are a delightful and healthy twist on classic peanut butter cups, featuring a rich dark chocolate layer with crunchy quinoa crisps and a creamy peanut butter filling sweetened naturally with maple syrup. Perfect for a guilt-free treat that combines texture and flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes plus chilling time
- Yield: 12 cups 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Chocolate Layer
- 1 cup dark chocolate
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 2 tbsp peanut butter
- 3 tbsp quinoa crisps
Peanut Butter Filling
- 1/3 cup peanut butter
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp coconut flour
Instructions
- Melt the Chocolate: Start by adding dark chocolate and coconut oil to a medium bowl. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring well between each, until the chocolate mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add Peanut Butter and Quinoa: Mix 2 tablespoons of peanut butter and 3 tablespoons of quinoa crisps into the melted chocolate. Set this chocolate mixture aside for now.
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Filling: In a small bowl, combine 1/3 cup peanut butter with 1 tablespoon maple syrup. Stir well to blend the sweetness.
- Thicken the Filling: Gently fold in 1 tablespoon coconut flour to the peanut butter mixture until it begins to thicken and hold its shape.
- Assemble the Cups – Base Layer: Place silicon cupcake liners on a tray. Spoon about 1/2 tablespoon of the chocolate mixture into each liner, spreading it evenly to cover the bottom.
- Add the Peanut Butter Ball: Roll 1 teaspoon of the peanut butter filling into a small ball, then flatten it slightly. Place the peanut butter filling in the center of the chocolate base, making sure it does not touch the sides.
- Top with Chocolate: Spoon additional chocolate mixture over the peanut butter filling to cover it completely and seal the cup.
- Freeze and Set: Place the assembled cups in the freezer until fully firm, about 1-2 hours.
- Serve: Once hardened, remove the peanut butter cups from the silicon liners and enjoy your crunchy, creamy treat!
Notes
- Use silicon cupcake liners to easily remove the peanut butter cups once set.
- For a smoother chocolate melting process, avoid overheating; stir well between microwave intervals.
- Store finished cups in the refrigerator or freezer to keep them firm.
- You can substitute quinoa crisps with puffed rice or crushed nuts for a different crunch.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free if using gluten-free quinoa crisps and coconut flour.
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