These raw peanut butter chocolate cups are so easy to make and absolutely delicious. They're vegan, Paleo and gluten, and dairy free.
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I am a lover of raw sweets.
I can't seem to get enough. Come to think of it, it's probably because the logistics of putting something in the oven and getting the timing right so I'm not feeding/playing/changing when it's due to come out is still a little bit tricky.
At least with raw treats, if I have to stop mid-way, I can come back to them and not have killed the whole recipe.
here's something you might not know. I have a serious sweet tooth.
I used to be all about the sugary sweets but slowly over the years, my taste buds have adjusted to the more natural/raw type and something packed with sugar is too much for me.
These are a pretty good balance between the two and you can add more maple syrup (or even honey) if you like things a little sweeter.
They are rich, seriously rich, smooth and have a hidden peanut butter surprise in the middle.
They're not meant to have the maple syrup leaking out the side. That would be due to my lack of reading the step that said 'whisk' the ingredients together until smooth.
Oops. I have to admit though, I kind of liked the oozing maple syrup.
Not only do they taste delicious and make a seriously good after dinner treat with a cup of tea, they're really good for you.
The raw cacao is packed with antioxidants (more than red wine apparently).
The coconut oil has so many benefit does so many things I can't name them but it can balance appetite, support immunity and boost metabolism.
If you've never made raw chocolate before you have to give it a go.
These were my first attempt and they were so easy I made three more batches within a week.
I probably wouldn't advise that sort of consumption level but I was just making sure they were perfect and fail-proof and simple.
You literally just whisk everything together and refrigerate.
If you want to stuff them then there's an extra step to set the bottom first but it takes no time at all. Now I'm dreaming up other fillings - I think hazelnut would be pretty tasty. Enjoy!
What about you? What would you fill them with?
Recipe
Raw peanut butter chocolate cups
Ingredients
- 120 ml melted coconut oil
- 60 g raw cacao powder
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt flakes
- 2 ½ tablespoon maple syrup
- 60 ml peanut butter
Instructions
- Place the coconut oil, cacao, salt and maple syrup in a small jug and whisk together until smooth.
- Line 2 12-hole mini-muffin tins with cupcake or chocolate liners.
- Pour a little chocolate into each one to fill them about a third of the way.
- Put the chocolate in the freezer for 30 minutes to set.
- Spoon about half a teaspoon of peanut butter in the middle of each one and if it was firm peanut butter, pour the chocolate over the top to cover it. If the peanut butter was a bit runny you will have to freeze them again until it is firm.
- Refrigerate the finished chocolates to set and store in the fridge until serving.
Bec Tognala says
I've made these a couple of times now and they taste AWESOME! The second time I made them with crunchy peanut butter and I think they're even better that way. Thanks for the easy and delicious recipe. :)
Claire says
Yum! Yep I love crunchy too!
Zoe B says
Claire - these look amazing! I am definitely making some of these asap! :)
Zoe B
JJ - 84thand3rd says
I love making raw chocolate - and pairing it with peanut butter? Perfection!
Claire says
Good isn't it?!
Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says
These look brilliant! Just like the real deal - not that they aren't real but you know what I mean! :D
Claire says
I do!
Chris @ The Café Sucré Farine says
I've never made raw chocolate Claire but these look just amazing. I can see how they'd be quite addictive.
Claire says
So addictive Chris especially when I tell myself it's ok cause they're healthy!
celia says
They look delicious, Claire! And just like the Reeses version! (Bet they taste massively better though!)
Claire says
Don't they? Yep better taste and better for you!
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says
I love peanut butter cups but I've never had any like this. They do sound good!
Claire says
You'll love them Maureen!
Hotly Spiced says
These look amazing, Claire, and it's hard to believe they're raw. And so few ingredients! It is very handy to have a few recipes up your sleeve that don't require baking xx
Claire says
It is indeed Charlie. Also love that I can whip these up while dinner is in the oven and they're ready for dessert.
Marnie says
Great recipe Claire - I made them with kiddies this afternoon. Thumbs up from all!
Claire says
Yay! Glad you all liked them Marnie x