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Quinoa Crunch Peanut Butter Cups Recipe

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  • Author: Sue
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in these Quinoa Crunch Peanut Butter Cups, a perfect blend of creamy peanut butter, crunchy quinoa crisps, and rich dark chocolate. These no-bake treats offer a satisfying texture and a harmonious balance of sweetness and nuttiness, ideal for a quick snack or a healthy dessert option.

Ingredients

Chocolate Layer

  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 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

  1. Melt the Chocolate: Start by adding the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil to a medium bowl. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring thoroughly between each round, until the chocolate mixture is smooth and creamy.
  2. Prepare the Chocolate Mixture: Mix in the 2 tablespoons peanut butter and 3 tablespoons quinoa crisps into the melted chocolate. Set this mixture aside for later use.
  3. Mix the Peanut Butter Filling: In a small bowl, combine the 1/3 cup peanut butter and 1 tablespoon maple syrup until smooth.
  4. Thicken the Filling: Gently fold in 1 tablespoon of coconut flour to the peanut butter mixture. Stir until the mixture thickens and holds together.
  5. Assemble the Cups – Base Layer: Spoon about 1/2 tablespoon of the chocolate mixture into the bottom of silicon cupcake liners, spreading gently to cover the base.
  6. Add Peanut Butter Center: Roll 1 teaspoon of the peanut butter filling into a ball and flatten slightly. Place it carefully in the center of the chocolate layer inside each cupcake liner, ensuring it does not touch the sides.
  7. Top with Chocolate: Cover the peanut butter filling with additional chocolate mixture to seal the cups.
  8. Freeze the Cups: Place the assembled peanut butter cups in the freezer until they are fully firm, about 15-20 minutes.
  9. Enjoy: Once firm, remove the cups from the silicon liners and serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for later enjoyment.

Notes

  • Use silicon cupcake liners for easy removal and shape retention.
  • Freeze the cups completely before serving to ensure a firm texture.
  • You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter for a different flavor.
  • Make sure to stir the chocolate thoroughly during melting to avoid burning.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Find it online: https://suerecipe.com/quinoa-crunch-peanut-butter-cups-recipe/