Low-Carb Peanut Butter Cups

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Here’s a delicious Low-Carb Peanut Butter Cups recipe! These homemade treats are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without all the sugar and carbs.

Ingredients

For the chocolate layer:

  • 1 cup sugar-free chocolate chips (Lily’s or ChocZero)
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil

For the peanut butter filling:

  • ½ cup natural peanut butter (no added sugar)
  • 2 tbsp powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp coconut flour (optional, for thicker filling)

Instructions

  1. Melt the chocolate:
    • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the sugar-free chocolate chips and coconut oil.
    • Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
  2. Prepare the cups:
    • Line a mini muffin tin with cupcake liners.
    • Spoon about 1 teaspoon of melted chocolate into each liner, spreading it up the sides slightly.
    • Place in the freezer for 10 minutes to set.
  3. Make the peanut butter filling:
    • In a bowl, mix peanut butter, powdered sweetener, vanilla extract, and coconut flour (if using).
    • Stir until smooth and thick.
  4. Assemble the cups:
    • Take the muffin tin out of the freezer.
    • Add 1 teaspoon of peanut butter filling to each cup, pressing it down gently.
    • Cover with another teaspoon of melted chocolate, ensuring the filling is fully coated.
  5. Chill & serve:
    • Place the cups back in the freezer for about 20 minutes or until firm.
    • Store in the fridge and enjoy whenever you crave a low-carb treat!

    • Nutritional Info (Per Cup – Approximate)

      • Calories: 90
      • Fat: 8g
      • Carbs: 3g (Net Carbs: 1g)
      • Protein: 2g

      These peanut butter cups are the perfect guilt-free indulgence! Let me know if you want any variations or substitutions. 😊

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