Protein Peanut Butter Cups

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4.9

40 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    357 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

Protein Peanut Butter Cups

A high-protein version of the classic treat. Made with only 4 pantry-staple ingredients and added protein powder for a nutritional boost.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1/3 Cup peanut butter smooth
  • 1 coop whey protein vanilla flavor, about 1/3 cup
  • 1 ½ Cups dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Place 6 paper liners in the wells of a muffin tin and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the 1 Scoop Whey Protein and 1/3 Cup Smooth peanut butter until smooth.
  3. Place the 1 ½ Cups Dark chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon Coconut oil in a bowl; microwave in 30-second increments until fully melted.
  4. Place approximately 1 tablespoon of melted chocolate in the bottom of each liner. Place the muffin tin in the freezer for 10 minutes or until the chocolate is set.
  5. Place 2 teaspoons of the peanut butter mixture on top of the chocolate layer.
  6. Add an additional tablespoon of chocolate on top of the peanut butter mixture. Chill until firm.
  7. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Notes

  •  
  • Use plant-based protein powder if needed. 
  • Lower the calories by using sugar-free chocolate chips.
  • Store them in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 357kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 31g (10%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 22g (34%) Saturated Fat 16g (80%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 9mg (3%) Sodium 133mg (6%) Potassium 396mg (8%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 17g (34%) Vitamin A 18IU (0%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 158mg (16%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 357 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 357kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 31g 10%
Protein 12g 24%
Fat 22g 34%
Saturated Fat 16g 80%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 9mg 3%
Sodium 133mg 6%
Potassium 396mg 8%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 17g 34%
Vitamin A 18IU 0%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 158mg 16%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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