Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Cups Recipe

These Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Cups are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional candy. Made with rich dark chocolate and creamy almond butter, they satisfy your sweet tooth while providing a nutritious option for dessert.

This Healthy Desserts Recipe is simple to prepare and requires minimal ingredients, making it perfect for a quick treat or a special occasion.

Homemade Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Cups

This recipe features a smooth almond butter filling encased in a layer of dark chocolate, creating a delightful balance of flavors. The preparation time is about 20 minutes, and the cups need to chill for a couple of hours before serving, making it an easy yet impressive dessert.

Ingredients

1 cup dark chocolate chips (70% cocoa or higher)
1/2 cup almond butter (smooth or crunchy)
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional for sweetness)
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Mini cupcake liners

Instructions

Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
Prepare the Cupcake Liners: Place mini cupcake liners in a muffin tin to hold the cups.
Add the First Layer: Spoon a small amount of melted chocolate into the bottom of each liner, just enough to cover the bottom. Use a brush or the back of a spoon to spread it evenly. Place the tray in the freezer for about 10 minutes to set.
Mix the Filling: In a separate bowl, combine almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and sea salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Fill the Cups: Once the chocolate layer is set, remove the tray from the freezer. Spoon a dollop of the almond butter mixture into each cup, leaving some space at the top.
Top with Chocolate: Pour more melted chocolate over the almond butter filling in each cup until fully covered. Tap the tray gently on the counter to remove air bubbles.
Chill: Return the tray to the freezer and let the cups chill for at least 1-2 hours until fully set.
Serve: Once set, remove the cups from the liners and enjoy your homemade Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Cups!