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Vegan Quinoa Crunch Peanut Butter Cups

These guilt-free Vegan Quinoa Crunch Peanut Butter Cups combine rich peanut butter with crunchy quinoa and a melt-in-your-mouth chocolate topping, making them a delicious and healthy treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Peanut Butter Cup Mixture
  • 1 cup quinoa, cooked Make sure the quinoa is well-drained.
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or agave nectar Adjust based on sweetness preference.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • a pinch salt Enhances flavor.
Chocolate Topping
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips Can substitute with milk or white chocolate.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix cooked quinoa, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  2. Melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler until smooth.
  3. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
Assembly
  1. Spoon a layer of the peanut butter mixture into each liner. Then drizzle melted chocolate on top.
  2. Repeat the process with another layer of the peanut butter mixture and top with more melted chocolate.
Setting
  1. Chill in the refrigerator until set, about 30 minutes.
  2. Enjoy!

Notes

These cups keep well in the fridge for about a week, or can be frozen for up to three months. Add chopped nuts or coconut flakes for extra crunch, or serve with fresh fruit.