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    Home » Recipes » Healthy Desserts

    Inside Out Peanut Butter Cups

    Published: Feb 4, 2013 · Modified: Aug 28, 2017 by Lauren · This post may contain affiliate links · 36 Comments

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    Beginning this blog has been one of the best decisions I've ever made. I've come in contact with so many like-minded people and been able to accomplish things I never thought I would.

    Before having my first daughter, I held a job at Whole Foods in the grocery department. It was my favorite job...ever. I was surrounded by delicious, wholesome food while doing a physical job that I loved. I was recently invited by Whole Foods to view the opening of a fancy new store here in Tucson...not for my previous work experience, but because of this blog! I was able to take my husband and girls with me, and it turned into a memorable event for us! Here are a few highlights....

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    They had samples galore! I loved the sushi and the goat milk fudge best! (I indulged despite my sugar-free pledge :-)).

    My daughters each got a large sugar cookie, which we regretted later in the night when they were wide awake at 10 pm! I even got to see some of my old co-workers, which was a pleasant surprise. It was such a fun way to spend time together (and get to try some yummy bites)!

    As I mentioned Friday, this month is devoted to the love of my life. I really am a lucky girl when it comes to my marriage. There's not a single husband/boyfriend that I know of that's more doting than my husband. I am actually the one that finds it hard to express how I feel verbally!...which is another reason I wanted to feature him this month.

    Today's recipe is one that I recently whipped up in an attempt to put a new spin on one of my husband's favorite treats....the classic peanut butter cup....

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    ...aren't they pretty? Some things photograph really well, and this recipe was one of them!

    The taste of these was such a delicious surprise!....and my husband was happy to have more protein than carbs in a scrumptious peanut butter cup package!

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    The peanut butter layers are a bit softer than the chocolate layer, which makes for a texturally balanced bite! I just loved the contrast of the crisp chocolate layer!

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    5 from 3 votes

    Inside Out Peanut Butter Cups

    Homemade peanut butter cups made with more peanut butter (and more protein!) than chocolate.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Raw
    Servings: 3 servings
    Calories: 233kcal
    Author: Lauren Goslin

    Ingredients

    PEANUT BUTTER LAYER:

    • 4 T. creamy peanut butter no sugar added
    • 1 T. coconut oil melted
    • pinch sea salt
    • ½ t. vanilla
    • 1 t. maple syrup

    CHOCOLATE LAYER:

    • 1 T. coconut oil melted
    • 4 tsp carob or cocoa powder
    • ¼ t. vanilla
    • pinch sea salt
    • ½ t. maple syrup or 5 drops stevia
    • 3 drops stevia

    Instructions

    • Mix together the ingredients for each layer in two separate bowls.
    • Using 3 paper muffin cups, fill the bottom with enough of the peanut butter mixture to cover it (2-3 teaspoons).
    • Freeze the cups until the first layer is hard enough to hold its shape (5-10 minutes).
    • Top with the chocolate layer (divide it among the 3 cups equally).
    • Freeze until hardened (5-10 minutes).
    • Finish with the remaining peanut butter mix (divide it among the 3 cups equally).
    • Freeze until completely hardened (15-20 minutes).

    Notes

    This recipe is based on using maple syrup in the chocolate layer. Weight Watchers points (new system): 7

    Nutrition

    Serving: 3g | Sugar: 5.2g | Fiber: 1.4g | Calories: 233kcal | Fat: 20.9g | Protein: 5.6g | Carbohydrates: 8.4g

    These are so elegant-looking...you could bring them to a fancy dinner party, and they'd fit right in!

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    I'm on a peanut butter kick lately. 🙂

    Check out some of my other peanut butter recipes:

    Addictive Peanut Butter Granola

    Single Serve Peanut Butter Granola Bar

    Peanut Butter Cup Candy Bars (Sugar-Free!)

    What's your favorite way to enjoy peanut butter?

     

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    Comments

    1. June

      November 05, 2017 at 3:34 pm

      Lauren, these look delicious! Do they hold up at room temperature?

      Thank you!

      June

      Reply
      • Lauren

        November 08, 2017 at 1:48 pm

        Hi June,

        Sorry for the late reply, these would actually melt after being out of the freezer for a bit. That's due to the use of coconut oil. If you try cocoa butter, they would have a better chance of holding up! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Lea Freitas

      October 31, 2017 at 6:18 am

      Is it ok if I share (through a link) some of your recipes to my bakery FB page? People would be directed to your blog and then they could try these amazing treats too 😊

      Reply
      • Lauren

        October 31, 2017 at 9:28 am

        Hi Lea,

        That would be great, thank you!

        Reply
    3. Joe

      August 14, 2017 at 9:48 am

      Great recipe, I love peanut butter, so the more, the better!

      Reply
    4. Lisa

      August 04, 2017 at 11:08 am

      I love that I get more peanut butter than chocolate with these, as I actually prefer that, lol!

      Reply
    5. Sheila

      February 10, 2015 at 10:46 am

      Is there a good sub for the maple syrup?

      Reply
      • Lauren

        February 10, 2015 at 12:22 pm

        Brown rice syrup or coconut nectar may work!

        Reply
    6. leah

      September 08, 2014 at 4:49 pm

      Omg just made these and even my health food hating.husband loved them!!!! Thank u lauren love ur recipes!!!

      Reply
    7. Frankie

      August 25, 2014 at 10:04 pm

      Peanut butter cups are my favourite, was so stoked to find these! This recipe is now my favourite too, made them in under half an hour for a dinner party and every body loved them, thank you Lauren!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        August 25, 2014 at 10:08 pm

        That's awesome Frankie, I'm happy they were a hit! 🙂

        Reply
    8. Marianne

      October 20, 2013 at 4:14 pm

      Oh yum! My husband will love these! I'm thinking almond butter 🙂

      Reply
    9. Lea H @ Nourishing Treasures

      February 10, 2013 at 1:05 pm

      Thank you for your submission on Nourishing Treasures' Make Your Own! Monday link-up.

      Check back tomorrow when the new link-up is running to see if you were one of the top 3 featured posts! 🙂

      Reply
    10. Cookie and Kate

      February 09, 2013 at 10:18 pm

      Great guys are sure hard to come by, and I'm glad you found one! These peanut butter cups look so pretty and undoubtedly delicious. Yum.

      Reply
      • Lauren

        February 10, 2013 at 3:39 pm

        Thanks Kate!...your visit made my day! 🙂

        Reply
    11. sherry

      February 06, 2013 at 8:05 am

      Will be making these tonight!! Favorite way to eat peanut butter?? How else ... straight from the jar!!! 🙂

      Reply
      • Lauren

        February 06, 2013 at 8:30 am

        Haha, that's always a great snack option!

        Reply
    12. Rachel @ Bakerita

      February 06, 2013 at 12:00 am

      These look so good!! Yummy. Definitely trying it. Such a good, healthier twist on a Reese's.

      Reply
      • Lauren

        February 06, 2013 at 8:31 am

        Thank you! I hope you love them! 🙂

        Reply
    13. Adrienne

      February 04, 2013 at 10:44 pm

      These look amazing, I want to get out of bed right now and go downstairs and make them! Always love your recipes!

      P.s. I nominated you for a Liebster Award on my blog yesterday! I'll be back for more great recipe ideas!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        February 05, 2013 at 9:11 am

        Thank you so much Adrienne! I really appreciate it! 🙂

        Reply
    14. laurasmess

      February 04, 2013 at 3:57 pm

      Hi Lauren! Your blog is absolutely beautiful... loving the delicious recipes and inspiration! These peanut butter cups look so refined. You're right, they could happily sit front and centre at a dinner party for everyone to devour with coffee! Thanks for sharing, I'll definitely be checking back in with you regularly 🙂

      Reply
      • Lauren

        February 04, 2013 at 9:19 pm

        Hi Laura! Thank you for your sweet words, and thank you for visiting! 🙂

        Reply
    15. Gabby @ the veggie nook

      February 04, 2013 at 2:35 pm

      Oh wow these are just gorgeous Lauren! I definitely want to try these!

      I know how you feel about blogging- it just opens up so many doors and you meet the most wonderful people. Yourself included 🙂

      Reply
    16. Alex @ therunwithin

      February 04, 2013 at 11:58 am

      whoa I need to show these to my friend, she will be in love

      Reply
    17. Christina

      February 04, 2013 at 8:36 am

      Great recipe! I'm very excited to make these! We just moved from Tucson (didn't find your blog until after the move - bummer) - I wish I was there to check out the new Whole Foods store. I used to go to the central Tucson location a few times a month (it was a bit far to shop there regularly). Thanks so much for sharing!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        February 04, 2013 at 9:08 am

        Hi Christina! They've actually shut down the central store to do a re-model. I guess it's going to be some two-story monster when they're finished. It is too bad you won't be here to see it. I hope you enjoy the recipe! 🙂

        Reply
        • Christina

          February 04, 2013 at 9:09 am

          Wow! That's great! That store did need some help 🙂 I'll have to let all of my friends and family know who live in Tucson. Thanks!

          Reply
      • Christina

        February 05, 2013 at 8:40 pm

        I just made these; they are amazing!!! I used a small heart shaped mold for chocolates as I didn't have any muffin cups. They make adorable little PB & Chocolate hearts. Love them. Thank you!

        Reply
        • Lauren

          February 05, 2013 at 8:49 pm

          That's awesome! Thanks for your feedback Christina! 🙂

          Reply
    18. Julie

      February 04, 2013 at 6:54 am

      THESE LOOK SO YUM! Can't wait to try them. They are also one of my hubbie and daughters faves. Thanks for the recipe. Cheers.

      Reply
      • Lauren

        February 04, 2013 at 9:09 am

        Thanks Julie! I hope you and your family enjoy them!

        Reply
    19. Julie Moore

      February 04, 2013 at 6:30 am

      These are pretty! They look like an ideal gift food, too. 🙂 I was wondering if you'd like to link them up at our link-up party called Sweets For My Sweetie? They would be a GREAT addition! 🙂 If you can't, I completely understand, but I thought I'd ask. Have a great week!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        February 04, 2013 at 9:11 am

        Thanks Julie! I'll definitely link up with you! I'll head over there today. 🙂

        Reply
        • Julie Moore

          February 04, 2013 at 9:20 am

          Wonderful! 🙂 I look forward to it! Thanks so much!

          Reply

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