Vegan Peanut Butter Cup
Say hello to my giant vegan peanut butter cup made with almond flour for a little extra protein boost! Holiday treats 🎁 should be as wholesome as they are delicious, and this healthy homemade peanut butter cup is one of my favorites. 😋 It’s gluten-free and dairy-free and tastes like the original.
Equipment
- Springform pan
Ingredients
Peanut Butter Base
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups almond flour
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup coconut oil melted
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 cup chocolate chips or chunks use Enjoy Life for dairy-free
Chocolate Topper
- 1 cup chocolate chips or chunks
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- Pinch of sea salt optional
Instructions
- Line a springform pan with parchment paper.
- Peanut Butter Base: Stir the peanut butter, almond flour, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until combined. Mix in chocolate chips if using.
- Press the peanut butter mixture into the pan and freeze for 30 minutes.
- Chocolate Top: Melt the chocolate chips and peanut butter in a heatproof glass bowl over a double broiler or in the microwave. Stir to combine.
- Once melted, pour over the chilled peanut butter base. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top for a savory touch if desired.
- Freeze for 1 hour. Store in the fridge.
