Published 6/13/2024 These Almond Joy Cups are actually made with coconut butter or “coconut manna” rather than nut butter! We wanted to try and make a no-bake dessert that was made from something a little different than nut butter and coconut butter just seemed like the right fit! Not only are these Almond Joy Cups made with coconut butter, but they taste EXACTLY like Almond Joy candy bars!
What You Need to Make Almond Joy Cups
Coconut Butter (a.k.a. coconut manna): This superstar ingredient forms the base of your cups. It’s the creamy, solid part of coconut milk and adds a rich, coconutty taste. Maple Syrup (or Stevia): These natural sweeteners add a touch of sweetness to balance the richness of the coconut butter. You can also use liquid stevia to make these cups keto! Coconut Oil: Melted coconut oil helps create a smooth, spreadable chocolate layer. It also adds healthy fats and a touch of coconut flavor. Cocoa Powder: This unsweetened powder is the heart of the chocolate layer. It gives the cups their dark chocolatey richness and classic taste. Raw Almonds: These crunchy nuts add a nice little crunch to the smooth coconut and chocolate layers. Shredded Coconut: This familiar ingredient adds a final touch of coconut flavor and texture, just like an Almond Joy candy bar.
What is Coconut Butter?
If you’ve never heard of coconut butter or “coconut manna,” we can fill you in! Coconut butter, coconut manna, and raw pressed coconut are one and the same –> raw, dried coconut meat. And it’s allergen-free, keto-friendly, and vegan. That’s all it is! I have to warn you, we tested this almond joy cup more than any of our other cups because coconut butter is great but can be a bit finicky and hard to work with sometimes. After testing this recipe with multiple brands of coconut butter, we prefer to use Nature’s Way raw coconut.
Is Coconut Butter Hard to Work with?
When mixed with sugars such as honey or maple syrup or with ingredients at different temperatures, the coconut butter can seize up.
How to Make Homemade Almond Joy Cups
Can I warm up the coconut butter on the stove?
Absolutely! If you don’t want to use a microwave, feel free to use the double boiler method. This method involves placing a pot of water (filled with 1-2 inches of water) on the stovetop. Then, place a heat-proof bowl that’s big enough to rest in the pot without falling in it. Bring the water to a boil, allowing the steam to heat up the bottom of the bowl. Then, add your coconut butter and gently stir until it liquifies. This should only take a couple of minutes.
Can I use a mini muffin tin instead?
Of course! If you prefer more bite-sized cups, using a mini muffin tin is the way to go!
Almond Joy Fat Bomb Customizations
Peanut butter: Add a little runny peanut butter to your chocolate layer for a fun peanut butter-chocolate combo! Nuts: Play around with different types of nuts. Although these are called “Almond Joy” cups, you can use pistachios, peanuts, cashews, or any other type of nut for a different flavor. Dark chocolate cocoa powder: We use regular cocoa powder, but feel free to use dark cocoa powder or Dutch process cocoa powder for a more intense chocolate flavor!
How do I store Almond Joy Cups?
Youc an store them in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months! When you’re ready to eat them, let the cups thaw on the counter just slightly until they’re soft enough to eat but still cold!
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