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3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cups

These 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cups are a delightful, healthier treat that’s super easy to make!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peanut Butter Cups:
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter natural, no salt added
  • 1 ripe banana mashed
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil unrefined and melted

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Muffin tin
  • Parchment paper
  • Freezer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prepare Your Muffin Tin - Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly with coconut oil.
  2. Step 2: Mash the Banana - In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe banana with a fork or whisk until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Combine the Ingredients - Add peanut butter and melted coconut oil to the mashed banana. Stir until well combined.
  4. Step 4: Fill the Muffin Tin - Spoon the mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup halfway.
  5. Step 5: Freeze - Place the muffin tin in the freezer for about 30 minutes, or until firm.
  6. Step 6: Serve and Enjoy - Remove the cups from the muffin tin and peel off the liners. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Freeze for up to three months, separated with parchment paper.
  • Substitute peanut butter with almond or sunflower seed butter for variety.