Matcha Coconut Almond Butter Cups
These Matcha Coconut Almond Butter Cups are a perfect blend of creamy almond butter, rich matcha, and a sweet chocolate layer, topped with a hint of coconut. A delicious and healthy treat!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes (plus 30-40 minutes for chilling)
- Yield: 12 cups 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack, Healthy Treat
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Fusion, Healthy
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chocolate Layer
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (or dairy-free chocolate chips)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
For the Filling
- 1/2 cup almond butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 tablespoon matcha powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Chocolate Layer
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between, until fully melted and smooth.
- Fill Cups: Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. Spoon a small amount of melted chocolate into the bottom of each liner, just enough to cover the bottom. Place in the freezer for 10-15 minutes to set.
- Prepare the Filling
- Mix Filling: In a bowl, combine almond butter, shredded coconut, maple syrup, matcha powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the Cups
- Add Filling: Once the chocolate layer has set, remove the muffin tin from the freezer. Spoon the matcha coconut almond butter mixture into each cup, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Top with Chocolate: Pour the remaining melted chocolate over the filling in each cup, ensuring the filling is fully covered.
- Set Cups:
- Place the muffin tin back in the freezer for another 15-20 minutes until the chocolate is fully set.
- Serve:
- Once set, remove the cups from the muffin tin and peel off the liners.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free chocolate chips and maple syrup.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg