Description
These Healthy Homemade Reese’s Cups are a no-bake, high-protein version of the classic peanut butter cup. Each has 7g of protein, clean ingredients, and a rich chocolate shell with creamy peanut butter filling. Perfect for meal prep, dessert, or anytime cravings hit!
Ingredients
**For the Chocolate Layers:**
1 ¼ cups (210g) dark chocolate chips (70% or sugar-free)
1 tablespoon coconut oil
**For the Peanut Butter Protein Filling:**
½ cup (125g) natural peanut butter (smooth and drippy)
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or raw honey
1 scoop (about 30g) vanilla or chocolate protein powder
1 tablespoon almond flour (optional, for structure)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of sea salt
**Optional Toppings:**
Flaky sea salt (for finishing)
Crushed peanuts
Mini chocolate chips
A drizzle of peanut butter
Instructions
1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until fully melted and smooth.
2. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of melted chocolate into each silicone muffin liner or paper liner. Tilt to coat the bottom evenly. Freeze for 5 minutes.
3. In another bowl, mix together the peanut butter, maple syrup (or honey), protein powder, almond flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth and thick. Add a splash of almond milk if too dry.
4. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the peanut butter mixture into each cup and gently flatten it with the back of a spoon.
5. Cover each cup with another spoonful of melted chocolate, spreading evenly to seal the filling.
6. Optional: Sprinkle flaky sea salt or crushed peanuts on top for texture and flavor.
7. Freeze the cups for 20–30 minutes, or until completely firm.
8. Pop them out of the liners and enjoy! Store extras in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Notes
Use smooth, runny peanut butter for the creamiest texture.
Do not overheat the chocolate — stop microwaving when small chunks remain; the residual heat will melt them.
Add a pinch of espresso powder to the melted chocolate for a mocha twist.
If you prefer extra crunch, stir crushed peanuts or cacao nibs into the peanut butter filling.
These cups make a great pre-workout snack, dessert, or gift idea!
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 60
- Fat: 13
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 7
- Cholesterol: 0