Description
Indulge in these decadent Peanut Butter & Jam Chocolate Cups, a delightful fusion of rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and fruity jam. These sweet treats are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and impressing guests with their beautiful layers and flavors.
Ingredients
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Jam Filling:
- 2 1/4 cups frozen strawberries, chopped
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp cold water
Chocolate Cups:
- 16 oz vegan semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
Peanut Butter Filling:
- 2/3 cup natural peanut butter, stirred before measuring
- 2 tbsp vegan butter, softened
- 1/3 cup sifted confectioners’ sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Garnish, Optional:
- 2 tbsp crushed freeze-dried strawberries
Instructions
- Jam Filling: In a small pot, cook strawberries until juicy. Add sugar and lemon juice. Mix cornstarch with water, then add to the berries. Cook until thickened. Cool and refrigerate.
- Chocolate Cups: Melt chocolate and coconut oil. Line muffin tin with liners, fill with melted chocolate, chill until hardened.
- Peanut Butter Filling: Mix peanut butter, vegan butter, sugar, vanilla, and salt until thickened. Form into balls.
- To Assemble: Place peanut butter puck in each cup, top with jam, cover with more chocolate. Freeze to set.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store in airtight container.
Notes
- Use fresh berries if needed.
- If short on time, use store-bought jam.
- Processed peanut butter can be substituted, adjust sweetness and saltiness accordingly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 PB&J Chocolate Cup
- Calories: 366 kcal
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 19mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
