Im not going to lie , these little cups were incredibly hard to style and photograph and I’m not entirely happy with how the turned out . They were also very gooey and messy and it was a complete disaster when the baby got his hands on them. They were however very very yummy and I believe a lot sweeter than many of the desserts I usually make (caramal generally is). I’ve actually had a few comments saying that my desserts are “not very sweet” . To be honest I take that as a compliment because I used to be a huge sweet tooth and wouldn’t eat fruit because I basically found all fruit too sour. Mum used to have to layer on teaspoons of sugar to my strawberries in order for me to eat them (no wonder I ended up with cavities) . So the fact that people don’t find my desserts too sweet is just proof to me of how how far I have come and I couldn’t be prouder! My taste buds have changed so much that any normal chocolate bar made with real refined sugar actually burns my throat on its way down and I legitamely do not enjoy them anymore . To by honest this recipe had a similar affect! So to all the people starting out with healthy desserts I would advise starting out with a recipe like this first! It will definitely satisfy any sweet craving. Enjoy !
Vegan Peanut Butter Caramal Cups | Print |
- BASE:
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 cup pitted dates
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 TBSP peanut butter
- Pinch salt
- PEANUT BUTTER CARAMAL
- 1 cup pitted dates
- ½ cup almond milk
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 1 TBSP peanut butter
- Pinch salt
- CHOCOLATE TOPPING
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips: melted
- For the base process all ingredients in a food processor until sticky and crumby . Divide the mixture evenly in a muffin tray and press into the base of the bottom and sides. set aside
- For the caramel, mix all the ingredients together in a food processor or blender until creamy and gooey. Spoon on top of bases and set aside.
- Melt down chocolate chips over low heat or double boiler . Once melted pour over caramel evenly.
- Freeze for about 4 hours or until chocolate has set.
- Enjoy and try not to get too messy!