Chocolate Almond Butter Cups: A Guilt-Free Indulgence

These chocolate almond butter cups are a Whole30-friendly snack that is easy to make and tastes like a sweet treat without added sugar. With a creamy almond butter center and a rich cacao coating, these cups are sure to satisfy your cravings. The almond butter provides healthy fats and protein, while the cacao powder is a source of antioxidants.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 12

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup almond butter
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 1/4 cup cacao powder
• 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Sea salt, for sprinkling

Instructions

1. Line a cupcake pan with 12 paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the almond butter, melted coconut oil, cacao powder, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
3. Stir until smooth and creamy.
4. Divide the mixture evenly among the prepared cupcake liners.
5. Sprinkle with sea salt.
6. Place the cupcake pan in the freezer for at least 1 hour, or until the cups are firm.
7. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.