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Pumpkin Butter Cups

Pumpkin Butter Cups: Guilt-Free Treats You’ll Love

Pumpkin Butter Cups are delightful, allergy-friendly treats perfect for everyone, capturing the essence of autumn with rich flavors and simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Seasonal, Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Seed Butter Substitution: Can swap with sunflower seed butter if necessary.
  • 1/4 cup Raw Honey Note: Maple syrup can be used for a vegan version.
  • 1 pinch Salt Use a pinch to taste, or substitute with sea salt.
For the Chocolate Coating
  • 8 ounces Semisweet Baking Chocolate Substitution: Dark chocolate can replace semisweet for a richer taste.
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Pepitas Use for a decorative touch on your Pumpkin Seed Butter Cups.

Equipment

  • mini muffin pan
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Microwave
  • double boiler

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin Seed Butter Cups
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine the creamy pumpkin seed butter, raw honey, and a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth and uniform.
  2. Break apart the semisweet baking chocolate into small pieces and microwave in 30-second bursts until fully melted.
  3. Line a mini muffin pan with paper liners and scoop melted chocolate into each liner, spreading it up the sides.
  4. Roll the pumpkin seed butter mixture into balls and place them on top of the chocolate in each muffin liner.
  5. Spoon additional melted chocolate over the filling in each muffin liner and sprinkle pepitas on top if desired.
  6. Chill the muffin pan in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months. Let sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before enjoying.

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