High Protein Peanut Butter Cups

Who doesn’t love a peanut butter cup? I finally crafted a recipe that is a modified and healthy version of the popular candy treat that we all love. These flavorful creations can be enjoyed after a meal to satisfy your sweet tooth. The recipe makes 18-20 cups, so you can enjoy one or two as a healthy dessert without setting back your health goals.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup peanut butter

• 1/4 cup protein powder

• 1/8 tsp salt

• 2/3 cup chocolate chips

• 2 tsp coconut oil

Directions:

1. To make chocolate protein peanut butter cups, carefully melt the chocolate chips. Stir in the optional oil until smooth.

2. Spread about a half teaspoon up the sides of mini cupcake liners. Stir the nut butter, salt, and protein powder until thick and smooth.

3. Spoon a little over a teaspoon into each chocolate coated liner.

4. Top with remaining chocolate sauce. Either chill ten minutes to set or wait a few hours and the chocolate peanut butter cups will set on their own.

5. Once the chocolate shell hardens, liners should peel off easily. Store leftovers in a cool, dry place.

6. Makes 18-20 cups