Protein packed peanut butter cups (Printable)

Creamy chocolate and peanut butter cups with a tangy Greek yogurt filling for a nutritious treat.

# What you need:

→ Chocolate Layer

01 - Dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), chopped - 7 oz
02 - Coconut oil - 1 tablespoon

→ Peanut Butter Layer

03 - Natural peanut butter - ½ cup
04 - Honey or maple syrup - 1 tablespoon
05 - Vanilla or unflavored whey protein powder - 1 scoop

→ Greek Yogurt Filling

06 - Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%) - ¾ cup
07 - Honey or maple syrup - 1 tablespoon
08 - Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
09 - Salt - pinch

# Directions:

01 - Line a 12-cup mini muffin tin with paper liners and set aside.
02 - Combine dark chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until completely smooth.
03 - Spoon approximately 1 teaspoon of melted chocolate into each liner, using the back of the spoon to spread it slightly up the sides. Freeze for 10 minutes until set.
04 - In a small bowl, combine peanut butter, protein powder, and honey until smooth and well incorporated.
05 - In another bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and salt until creamy and uniform.
06 - Remove tin from freezer and place approximately 1 teaspoon of peanut butter mixture on top of the chocolate layer in each cup. Gently flatten with the spoon.
07 - Add approximately 1 teaspoon of Greek yogurt mixture over the peanut butter layer in each cup. Flatten gently with the spoon.
08 - Cover each cup with the remaining melted chocolate, ensuring all gaps are filled and tops are completely sealed.
09 - Place tin in the freezer for at least 1 hour or until the cups are completely firm and set.
10 - Transfer chilled cups to the refrigerator. Keep chilled and consume as desired.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • High in protein with 7g per serving, thanks to Greek yogurt and protein powder
  • Ready in just 20 minutes of active prep time
  • Gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly for various dietary needs
  • Uses dark chocolate for antioxidants and less sugar
  • Customizable with different nut butters and sweeteners
  • Perfect portion control with individual servings
02 -
  • Use thick, full-fat Greek yogurt for the best consistency and creamiest texture
  • Tap the muffin tin gently on the counter after adding chocolate to remove air bubbles
  • Keep unused melted chocolate warm in a bowl over hot water to maintain smooth consistency
  • Use a small cookie scoop for perfectly portioned layers every time
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for up to three months
  • Let frozen cups sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before eating for optimal texture
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