I’m sure my love for the peanut butter-and-chocolate pairing comes as no surprise. Growing up, my favorite candy was always Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, so it’s no wonder that flavor combination appears in many of my recipes. These Healthy Peanut Butter Cup Brownie Bites bring the two together in an irresistible way. They’re fudgy, chocolatey, soft, and delightfully poppable—perfect for snacking or serving to guests.
Even better, these brownie bites use wholesome ingredients like natural peanut butter, almond flour, and coconut oil. They are naturally gluten free and can easily be dairy free if you choose dairy-free mini peanut butter cups.
Ingredients needed for Healthy Peanut Butter Cup Brownie Bites
This recipe uses a short list of simple, wholesome ingredients. It’s naturally gluten free and can be dairy free if you opt for dairy-free mini peanut butter cups.
- Peanut Butter: Use natural, runny peanut butter made from peanuts and salt. You’ll need 1/2 cup.
- Coconut Oil: 1/4 cup melted refined coconut oil keeps the bites moist without adding coconut flavor. Use refined if you don’t want a coconut taste.
- Coconut Sugar: 1/2 cup coconut sugar adds a rich, less-refined sweetness.
- Pure Maple Syrup: 2 tablespoons for extra sweetness and flavor.
- Eggs: 2 eggs provide structure and moisture.
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon for classic flavor.
- Almond Flour: 1/4 cup almond flour makes the bites gluten free.
- Cocoa Powder: 1/4 cup of cocoa powder for chocolate richness.
- Baking Powder: 1/4 teaspoon to give a light lift.
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon to balance the sweetness.
- Mini Peanut Butter Cups: 15 mini peanut butter cups—one for each brownie bite. Use a dairy-free brand if desired.
That’s all you need for these better-for-you chocolate bites—simple, satisfying, and easy to make.
How to make Healthy Brownie Bites from scratch
These gluten-free brownie bites are quick and straightforward to prepare—ready in under 30 minutes. Follow the simple steps below for fudgy, peanut-butter-studded treats.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, eggs, melted coconut oil, coconut sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth and well combined.
- Add the dry ingredients: almond flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Prepare a mini muffin tin by lightly greasing or lining the cups.
- Scoop about one tablespoon of batter into each mini muffin cup. The recipe yields approximately 15 brownie bites.
- Bake for 10 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft and fudgy.
- Remove from the oven, gently press down each bite, and place a mini peanut butter cup into the center of each while warm.
- Allow to cool slightly, then enjoy.
Kitchen tools you’ll need
The essential tool for this recipe is a mini muffin tin. A metal nonstick pan or a silicone muffin pan both work well and make removing the bites easy. Beyond that, a mixing bowl and a rubber spatula or spoon are all you need.
Mini muffin tins are versatile and great for other small baked goods like mini muffins, homemade peanut butter cups, and savory egg bites.
How to store Peanut Butter Cup Brownie Bites
Store the brownie bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer freshness, refrigerate them for 1–2 weeks. For extended storage, freeze the bites for 1–2 months and thaw or microwave briefly when ready to enjoy.
More peanut butter and chocolate recipes
- Peanut Butter Crunch Cups
- Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Granola Bars
- Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies
- Peanut Butter Chocolate Cracker Bark
- Peanut Butter Pretzel Brownies
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