Chocolate • Peanut Butter Cups

I used to be a chronic Reese Peanut Butter Cup Junkie! Even though they tasted great to me, they were not the best option health wise.

Let's be honest, we all have our secret junk food addictions. I think the best thing is to learn how to make a healthier version of it and this way you won't cheat yourself of that past indulgence. After making these I am more conscious of the intake because I am aware of all the ingredients. This version only has 5 ingredients: Raw Cacao, Organic Maple Syrup, Coconut Oil, and Natural Peanut Butter.  This is a yummy, protein, essential fatty acid, and anti-depressant treat.

For the Peanut Butter
3/4 C Organic Peanut Butter
1 tbsp Organic Grade B Maple Syrup
2 tbsp Coconut Oil (melted)

For the Chocolate
1/4 C Raw Cacao Powder
1 tbsp Organic Grade B Maple Syrup
2.5 Tbsp Coconut Oil Melted

I used a silicone Mold, so I had to assemble the cup backwards. If you use a paper cup or silicone cup prepare the peanut butter first then the Chocolate top.  This Recipe yield 12 servings.

First for the Chocolate:
Combine the Raw Cacao, Maple Syrup, and melted Coconut oil in medium size bowl. Mix everything until you get a chocolate sauce consistency.  Drop one spoonful of the mixture in the molds and then set aside.

Next for the Peanut Butter:
Combine the Peanut Butter (of your choice). Maple Syrup, and Melted Coconut oil in a bowl until you have a super smooth consistency. With a spoon drop onto the chocolate and smooth the surface. Place in  your freezer for 30 minutes and then enjoy. 

*Remember if you use paper baking cups your will resemble the opposite way. 

Each candy is 135.8 Calories, 5 g Carbs, 12g healthy Fat, 2g Protein, 3g Sugar. Reese's Can't Beat that. 

ENJOY