Description
These Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Cups are a decadent yet simple treat combining rich, melted dark chocolate with crunchy almond butter and a hint of sea salt. Perfect for a satisfying dessert or snack, they require no baking and set quickly in the freezer.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Layer
- 10 oz O Organics dark chocolate chips (melted)
- 1 tsp O Organics coconut oil
- ¼ tsp sea salt
Almond Butter Filling
- 6 tbsp Open Nature crunchy almond butter (approximately ½ tbsp per cup)
Toppings
- 1 tbsp sliced Open Nature almonds
Instructions
- Prepare muffin pan: Line a muffin pan with your choice of mini, large, or silicone muffin liners to hold the chocolate cups securely.
- Create bottom chocolate layer: Spoon a layer of the melted dark chocolate mixed with coconut oil into the bottom of each lined muffin cup, ensuring the bottom is fully covered. Place the pan in the freezer for 5 minutes to allow this layer to harden.
- Add almond butter filling: Spoon approximately ½ tablespoon of crunchy almond butter onto the set chocolate layer in each cup, spreading it gently but keeping it in the center for even coverage.
- Cover with top chocolate layer: Spoon another layer of melted chocolate over the almond butter, fully covering it to seal the filling inside the cup.
- Garnish: Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt and a few slices of almonds on top of each cup for added flavor and texture.
- Set in freezer: Return the muffin pan to the freezer and chill the cups for about 30 minutes, allowing them to fully set and firm up.
- Storage: Once set, transfer the almond butter cups to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator or freezer until ready to serve. Enjoy the rich, creamy combination at any time!
Notes
- Use good quality dark chocolate for best flavor and smooth melting.
- Adding coconut oil helps the chocolate set with a shiny finish and easier melting.
- You can adjust the amount of almond butter to your taste preference.
- Keep cups refrigerated or frozen to maintain firmness.
- Try substituting almond butter with peanut or cashew butter for variety.
- Use silicone muffin liners for easier removal without breaking the cups.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: dark chocolate almond butter cups, no-bake dessert, gluten free chocolate cups, healthy chocolate snack, homemade almond butter cups
