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Before diving into the preparation of Healthy Quinoa Peanut Butter Cups, it’s essential to understand the key ingredients that contribute to their flavor and nutritional value. The primary components of this recipe include:

Healthy Quinoa Peanut Butter Cups

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Ingredients
  

1 cup cooked quinoa

1/2 cup natural peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)

1/4 cup honey or maple syrup

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (dairy-free if desired)

1 tbsp coconut oil

A pinch of sea salt

Optional: crushed nuts or chia seeds for topping

Instructions
 

Prepare the Quinoa: In a saucepan, rinse 1/2 cup of quinoa under cold water. Add it to 1 cup of water, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.

    Mix the Base: In a bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir until all ingredients are well mixed and hold together.

      Prepare the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil together in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.

        Assemble the Cups: Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. Pour a small layer of the melted chocolate into the bottom of each liner, enough to cover it. Freeze for about 10 minutes to set.

          Add the Peanut Butter Mixture: Remove the muffin tin from the freezer and add a generous spoonful of the quinoa-peanut butter mixture on top of the hardened chocolate layer in each liner. Press down lightly to ensure they hold together.

            Top with Chocolate: Once all the peanut butter mixture is added, pour remaining melted chocolate over the top, covering the mixture completely. Optionally, sprinkle crushed nuts or chia seeds over the top for added texture.

              Chill and Set: Return the muffin tin to the freezer for another 30-45 minutes, or until the chocolate is completely hardened.

                Serve: Once set, remove the cups from the muffin tin and peel away the liners. Enjoy immediately or store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week!

                  Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 12 cups