These Healthy Peanut Butter Cups are an easy snack or dessert. By being made with peanut butter powder, they are high in protein and lower in calorie than the store-bought version. The extra protein will keep you full while also satisfying your sweet tooth.

Stack of healthy peanut butter cups cut in half.

One of the best treats to ever exist are reese’s peanut butter cups! Peanut butter and chocolate together is a match made in heaven.

However, when I’m focusing on a fitness or reaching specific healthy goals, grabbing a peanut butter cup isn’t providing the nutritional value I need.

That’s why I invented this healthy version! Using only a couple of ingredients, they’re easy to make, good for you and still absolutely delicious.

Main Ingredients

These are the exact ingredients I used to make this recipe, however, you can use any brand that is accessible to you. Scroll down to the recipe card to find all the ingredients and their measurements.

Ingredients measured out to make healthy peanut butter cups.

Topping Ideas and Substitutions

My favorite way to make these is with topping each with flakey sea salt. However, there are so many different variations you can do!

One option is to top the cups with a chocolate or peanut butter drizzle to amp up the peanut butter flavor.

However, you could also top them with crushed Oreos, pretzels or anything else your heart desires.

Lastly, swap out any chocolate you prefer for the chocolate chips. White chocolate would be a fun and creative flavor to try with the peanut butter.

Step by Step Process to Make Healthy Peanut Butter Cups

The full-detailed instructions are written out in the recipe card below. Use these images to help guide you as needed when following the directions.

Peanut butter powder and water in a bowl
Add the peanut butter powder and water to a bowl
Peanut butter filling in a bowl
Mix until combined
Chocolate chips and coconut oil in a bowl
Melt the chocolate with coconut oil
Melted chocolate in a mold
Add the chocolate to a mold until the bottom is covered
Chilled chocolate in a mold
Put in the freezer to top
Making healthy peanut butter cups with peanut butter powder
Top with the peanut butter filling
Healthy peanut butter cups topped with flakey sea salt
Pour chocolate on top until it covers the peanut butter
Healthy peanut butter cups topped with flakey sea salt
Add flakey sea salt and chill until the chocolate is hardened
Holding a peanut butter cup in my hand that is cut in half.
Enjoy!

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these peanut butter cups good for you?

These peanut butter cups are healthier and use cleaner ingredients than your typical Reese’s. By using PB2, this recipe is low in calories and high in protein. Making it a healthy, good-for-you snack or dessert.

How do I make the peanut butter cup shape?

I use a muffin tin and cupcake liners to make the classic peanut butter cup shape! You can also use a silicon mold.

Can I use any type of chocolate chips?

Yes! Use your preferred choice of chocolate chips for this recipe and it will come out the same. The flavor may differ depending on the type of chocolate you use.

What is the best way to tell the peanut butter cups are ready to be eaten?

The chocolate should be solid with a nice shine to it.

How do I store leftover peanut butter cups?

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freezer up to 1 month.

  • A great no-bake treat that you can have on-the-go are these Chocolate Protein Balls with Dates. The addition of coconut adds a nice depth of flavor.
  • These Healthy Low Calorie Brownies are one of my favorite desserts. They are rich, fudgy and incredibly delicious.
  • When I want to have cake for a healthier breakfast or high protein dessert, I make this Chocolate Protein Mug Cake. You can have your cake and eat it too while reaching your fitness goals.
  • My recipe for Nut and Seed Granola Bars was one of the first recipes I ever created. It never disappoints and is made with nutritious ingredients.
  • Another delicious peanut butter recipe is this Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip by Frozen Bananas! Perfect for enjoying with chocolate, apples or banana.
Stack of healthy peanut butter cups cut in half.
Stack of healthy peanut butter cups cut in half.
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Healthy Peanut Butter Cups Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chilling Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Yield: 6 cups
These Healthy Peanut Butter Cups are an easy snack or dessert. By being made with peanut butter powder, they are high in protein and lower in calorie than the store-bought version. The extra protein will keep you full while also satisfying your sweet tooth.
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Ingredients
 

  • 1/2 cup peanut butter powder
  • 1/2 cup almond milk
  • 2/3 cup chocolate chips, melted, for topping
  • 1 tsp coconut oil

Instructions
 

  • Get a cupcake tin and line 6 cups with cupcake holders (you can also use a silicon mold)
  • Mix the peanut butter powder with almond milk until you get a perfect peanut butter consistency.
    You may want to add more almond milk/peanut butter powder to get it to your desired thickness, I like the ratio above so that it is still a little thick.
  • Store the peanut butter filling in the fridge for 30 minutes
  • Melt the chocolate and coconut oil together
  • Pour about 1-2 tbsp of the chocolate into the muffin liners or mold. Make sure it is covering the entire bottom
  • Chill in the freezer for 20-30 minutes
  • Scoop about 1 tbsp of the peanut butter mixture on top of the chocolate
  • Pour over the remaining chocolate until the peanut butter is covered
  • Top with flakey sea salt
  • Put the Healthy Peanut Butter Cups back into the freezer for about 30-45 minutes or until the chocolate is fully hardened
  • Remove from the freezer, take out of the liners/mold when ready to eat
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup, Calories: 136kcal, Carbohydrates: 16g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g, Cholesterol: 0.01mg, Sodium: 64mg, Potassium: 57mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 12g, Vitamin A: 33IU, Calcium: 22mg
Author: Jessica Selensky
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keywords: chocolate dessert, dessert recipe, easy dessert, healthy dessert, healthy dessert recipe, high protein dessert, pb cup, peanut butter, peanut butter cups, peanut butter dessert

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