Description
These Vegan Valentine Peanut Butter Cups are a sweet, homemade treat perfect for expressing love on Valentine’s Day. Made with creamy peanut butter and rich dairy-free chocolate, they’re a guilt-free indulgence for anyone following a vegan diet.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup natural peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups vegan dark chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- Valentine-themed sprinkles or sea salt for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut flour, vanilla extract, and salt until a thick dough forms.
- Roll the mixture into small balls or press into silicone molds and flatten slightly.
- Place the peanut butter mixture into the freezer for about 15 minutes to firm up.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the vegan chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second increments, stirring in between until smooth.
- Spoon a layer of melted chocolate into each muffin liner or mold, then place a peanut butter filling piece in the center.
- Cover with more melted chocolate to completely enclose the filling.
- Tap the tray to remove air bubbles and smooth the tops. Add sprinkles or sea salt if desired.
- Freeze or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until set.
- Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Notes
- You can use almond butter instead of peanut butter for a variation.
- Ensure the chocolate chips are labeled vegan to avoid dairy.
- For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg