Hello! I felt compelled to write a little note to apologise for my lack of anything of late. So to make it up to you, here is a really fabulous recipe – that works right?!
The internet is awash with these little chocolate cup scenarios, but I couldn’t resist doing my own version, I hope you love them!
I have used walnuts for my nut butter, but your can substitute with any nut butter you like. Walnuts are not only delicious, they are packed with fabulous omega 3 fatty acids which are super anti-inflammatory. Omega 3s are required for each and every cell in our body as they make up part of the cell membrane and keep them nice and flexible. They are also ace for brain and neurotransmitter function – they even look like a brain – doctrine of signatures at work there.
Walnuts are also packed with magnesium, vitamin B6, and a decent amount of iron. Hmmm sounds like the perfect PMS snack to me!? Magnesium to relieve cramping and tension, vitamin B6 for hormone balancing and iron to restore your blood cells. Plus the anti-inflammatory nature of the omega 3s. Just add chocolate right? Okay!!
These little chocolate cups use a version of the dairy free, home made chocolate from the wonderful Sarah Britton’s recipe as the base. But first we need to make the walnut butter.
Maple Walnut Butter
2 cups raw, unsalted walnuts
3/4 – 1 tsp pure maple syrup
pinch sea salt
Add all ingredients to a blender and blend. This can take a little while. I reckon it took me about 5 minutes or so of blending all up, with many stops to scrape down the sides and mix. You want it to get to a texture where it will hold together easily when pressed.
That’s it for the maple walnut butter. Keep in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to a month.
Raw Chocolate
1/4 cup coconut oil
1 1/2 tbs cacao butter
2 1/2 tbs raw honey
1/4 cup plus 3 tbs of cacao powder
A big pinch of sea salt
**You will also need about 1/4 cup blueberries for this recipe
In a glass bowl over a saucepan of simmering water (or double boiler), melt the coconut oil and cacao butter together. Once melted add the honey and whisk until completely combined and smooth. Remove from heat and whisk in the cacao powder and salt.
Spoon a small amount of chocolate mixture into mini cupcake pattypans. This recipe will make around 10 of these. You only want to use up about a third of your chocolate mix and then save the rest for the topping. Pop into the freezer for 10-15 minutes until firm.
Place a small spoon of walnut butter on top of of each chocolate disc, and press 2-3 blueberries into the mix. Drizzle the chocolate mix ontop, making sure to cover completely and reach down the sides. Place back in the fridge for an hour to set.
That’s it!! We still have a day before the cleanse right?! x
I’m in the middle of making these right now! They look so good I can’t wait to devour a few tonight now that the kids are asleep. Will take some pics once I do and let you know the verdict here!! Thanks for this brilliant recipe.
You’re so welcome Virginia – you’re picture was gorg!!
Oh-my-goodness! They look and sound just awesome… As I’m reading your post I’m on day 10 of the cleanse… so no chocolate cups for me right now, but strawberry field salad, muesli bar and popsicles (also more than yummy!).
Also not craving them right now, I sure bookmark the recipe to try after the cleanse though!
Greets, Janina
Hi Janina,
So glad you’re enjoying the cleanse! Yes, you will have to try another time… The maple walnut butter you can have though!
Oh these could be perfect for me, I have been told I need to eat more Walnuts because of their amazing Omega 3 goodness.. I think I will be making these!!
Now to just stop at one…. : )
Just love your blog!
xx
Oh super Jane – so glad you like them!
OMG!!! I’ve just discovered your website and am in love with absolutely everything I’ve read so far. I want to run down the streets of Toowoomba screaming to everyone “Do you know about Meg???” I can’t wait to make these little bombs of yumminess, my kids and husband will hoover them up like there’s no tomorrow. I’ve been looking for a good ‘treat’ recipe to keep their taste buds happy. These are going to become a Family Fridaynight Favourite. Thanks so much Meg!
Oh Katy thank you for your lovely comment – you just made my day!! So happy to connect with you. Take care. x
I made this walnut maple butter and it’s now my new favourite food! So delish, thanks! Very happy to have met you and get started on a nutritional wellness journey
It’s a little bit fab isn’t it! Lovely to meet you too
PS If you wouldn’t mind removing my surname that would be great…didn’t mean to post it. Cheers.
Done!
Oh my, my. Have just made these delectable morsels, and words just escape me. If you haven’t given these a go yet, believe me, go for it and you won’t be disappointed.
Oh great – so glad you love them Helen!
Hi Meg, just made the walnut butter and love it! Don’t usually like walnuts but love the butter. How would I store it pls? How long would it last?
Also made your vegan pancakes on w end and my whole family loved them. My 3 yr old licked her plate clean! Thanks for your great posts full of practical tips and recipes of how I can help my family and I be healthier, love your work!
Awww thanks Stacey – this comment made my day
Store the walnut butter in a glass jar in the fridge and it should keep for a good while – it has never lasted long enough in my fridge to properly test! So happy your little one loves the pancakes – I have a 3 year old too and they are currently her fave. x
Hi Meg!
I’ve been wanting to make these. Where can I find cacao butter? Thx!!
Hi Mindy, are you in Australia? You can usually find it at any health food shop. Take care, x
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