Vegan Chocolate Almond Butter Cups
A vegan take on the classic chocolate peanut butter cup, these almond butter cups are made with just a few simple ingredients and are naturally sweetened. The almond butter filling is rich and creamy, while the chocolate coating is smooth and decadent. They're perfect for a sweet treat or a healthy snack.
* * * **The Backstory** I've always been a fan of chocolate peanut butter cups. But when I went vegan, I was disappointed to find that there weren't many vegan options available. So I decided to create my own recipe. I started with a simple base of almond butter, maple syrup, and coconut oil. The almond butter provides a rich and creamy flavor, while the maple syrup adds sweetness and the coconut oil helps to bind the ingredients together. Once I had the base, I needed to create a chocolate coating. I experimented with a few different types of vegan chocolate, but I finally settled on a combination of chocolate chips and coconut oil. The chocolate chips provide a rich and decadent flavor, while the coconut oil helps to create a smooth and glossy coating. The final step was to assemble the cups. I used a muffin tin to create individual cups, and I pressed the almond butter mixture into the bottom of each cup. Then, I poured the melted chocolate over the almond butter and smoothed it out with a spoon. I refrigerated the cups for at least 2 hours before serving, and they were a hit! They're the perfect combination of creamy, chocolatey, and nutty. And they're so easy to make, you can whip them up in just a few minutes. * * *
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 5 | Serves: 12
Ingredients
  • 1 cup almond butter
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
  1. Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the almond butter, maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  3. Spoon the mixture into the prepared muffin tins and press down to form a flat layer.
  4. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together. Stir until smooth.
  5. Pour the melted chocolate over the almond butter layer and smooth it out with a spoon or spatula.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Why It Works
  • The almond butter base is rich and creamy, thanks to the high fat content of almonds.
  • The maple syrup adds sweetness and helps to bind the ingredients together.
  • The coconut oil in the base helps to create a smooth and cohesive texture.
  • The chocolate coating is made with a combination of chocolate chips and coconut oil. This creates a rich and decadent flavor, while the coconut oil helps to create a smooth and glossy coating.
  • Refrigerating the cups for at least 2 hours helps to set the chocolate and create a firm texture.