Weight Watchers-Friendly Frozen Peanut Butter Cups
Ingredients (makes 12 cups):
- 1/2 cup powdered peanut butter (like PB2) – 3 points
- 1/4 cup water – 0 points
- 1/2 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt – 0 points
- 1 tablespoon sugar-free maple syrup (or other sugar-free sweetener) – 0 points
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract – 0 points
- 1 tablespoon sugar-free chocolate chips – 2 points
- Non-stick spray or cupcake liners – 0 points
Total points for the entire recipe: 5 points
Points per cup: 1 point (for 12 mini peanut butter cups)
Instructions:
- Prepare the peanut butter mixture:
- In a small bowl, mix the powdered peanut butter with water until smooth. Add the fat-free Greek yogurt, sugar-free maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until fully combined and creamy.
- Prepare the molds:
- Spray a mini muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray or line with mini cupcake liners.
- Assemble the cups:
- Divide the peanut butter mixture evenly into the 12 mini muffin cups.
- Melt the chocolate chips:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the sugar-free chocolate chips in 10-second increments, stirring between each increment until smooth.
- Top the peanut butter cups:
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the peanut butter mixture in each cup.
- Freeze:
- Place the tray in the freezer for at least 2 hours, or until the cups are firm and frozen.
- Enjoy:
- Once frozen, pop the peanut butter cups out of the muffin tin or liners and enjoy! Store the remaining cups in the freezer for a quick treat whenever you want.
Nutritional Information (per cup):
- Calories: ~25
- Protein: ~3g
- Carbs: ~3g
- Fat: ~1g
- Points per cup: 1 point
Tips:
- Portion control: These mini cups are the perfect size for satisfying your peanut butter and chocolate cravings without using too many points.
- Customizations: If you prefer a bit more sweetness, you can adjust the amount of sugar-free sweetener to your taste.
- Storage: These peanut butter cups can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer for up to a month, making them an easy make-ahead snack.
Benefits:
- Low-point treat: Each peanut butter cup is only 1 point, so you can enjoy a few without feeling guilty.
- High in protein: Thanks to the Greek yogurt and powdered peanut butter, these cups provide a small protein boost, making them a more filling snack.
- Satisfying and convenient: These frozen treats are creamy, cold, and perfect for when you’re craving something sweet, especially in warmer weather.
Conclusion:
These Frozen Peanut Butter Cups are a perfect snack or dessert for anyone following the Weight Watchers program. With only 1 point per cup, they provide a satisfying combination of creamy peanut butter and rich chocolate, without the extra points! These are easy to make, store, and enjoy whenever you want a quick, sweet treat.