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Chocolate Covered Raspberries And Cashew Hearts

Introducing a heavenly twist on classic chocolates – Chocolate Covered Raspberries and Cashew Hearts. This recipe combines the richness of dark chocolate, the creaminess of cashew butter, and the tanginess of my homemade raspberry chia jam, all in a delightful heart shape. Perfect for Valentine's Day, as a special gift, or simply as a treat for yourself, these chocolates are not just delicious but also healthier, dairy-free, and gluten-free!

Chocolate Covered Raspberries

Need I say more? I am obsessed with anything chocolate covered and when I get to decorate them and make them cute? That’s the icing on the cake – or in this case thats the chocolate drizzle on the chocolate heart. Wooo, have I still got your attention? Don’t get lost in this chocolatey world because I promise you are going to want to try these; not only are they gluten free, dairy free and plant based; they are also no bake which means no fuss in my books!

What You Will Need To Make These Chocolate Covered Goodies!

  • Cashew Butter: A key ingredient to the middle, you could swap cashew butter for any other nut butter but I really do love the combination of these three key ingredients.
  • Maple Syrup: I might have an Australian accent but my Canadian mum would tell me that no real treat is complete without Maple Syrup so let that liquid gold enhance the sweetness of the cashew layer!
  • Raspberry Chia Jam: You can use any jam you’d like. I chose to go with my homemade raspberry chia jam because it’s the bomb and because I love the way the raspberry provides a tangy contrast to the chocolate and cashew butter, adding both flavor and nutrients.
  • Vegan Dark Chocolate: The main component of the hearts, offering a rich, indulgent base.
  • Coconut Oil: Helps in melting the chocolate smoothly and adds a subtle coconut flavor.
  • Vegan White Chocolate: For decorating, adding aesthetic appeal and a creamy taste. This is optional but it’s really a delicious one.
  • Freeze-Dried Raspberries: Used for decoration, adding a pop of color and a concentrated raspberry flavor. This is also optional but it looks so so pretty.

Why You’ll Love These Chocolate Covered Raspberries

The Answer is why wouldn’t you? The classic combination of chocolate and raspberries is a winner. This recipe takes this beloved duo to the next level by adding a creamy cashew twist, creating a treat that’s both luxurious and nutritious. They are adorable and really fun to make. If you are interested in making them a heart like I did you can purchase the mold here, but truly you could make them into whatever shape your heart desires!

How to Make Chocolate Covered Raspberries

The process is simpler than you think! Melt vegan chocolate with coconut oil, create a base in a heart-shaped silicone mold, add layers of cashew butter and raspberry jam, and top with more chocolate. Freeze, drizzle with more chocolate or vegan white chocolate, decorate, and enjoy!

Try These Other Raspberry Recipes

If you love raspberry as much as I do you’re going to love these recipes! My 3 Ingredient Chai Raspberry Jam, Raspberry Bliss Oats, Lemon Raspberry Overnight Oats, Raspberry Pomegranate Yogurt Bowl or my Beet Raspberry Yogurt Bowl!

Tips for Making Chocolate Covered Raspberries

  • Use Dark Chocolate: try to use refined sugar free dark chocolate as it is full of antioxidants and a great choice over milk chocolate.
  • Substitute As You Desire: You can substitute the cashew butter for any nut or seed butter of your choice! I’d recommend an all natural almond butter or macadamia butter!
  • Have Fun with Decorating: Of course they don’t NEED to be decorated, but it really is fun and could be a cute project with your hunny or children! Each one can be special, you could write little messages on them like candy hearts or use white chocolate for the coating and add a natural dye. The options are endless!

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Chocolate Covered Raspberries and Cashew Hearts

My fun, delicious twist on the filled chocolate classics is as fun to make as they are to eat and share! Layers of lucious dark chocolate, creamy cashew butter and sweet and tangy homemade raspberry jam! These can be made into hearts, perfect for Valentine’s Day or the best gift for a loved one, or friend. But it can also be made in any mold you have on hand for a perfectly decadent but healthier sweet chocolate treat! No need to sacrifice! Life’s about balance and healthy swaps.
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Vegan
Keyword dairy free, dark chocolate, easy dessert, gluten free, no bake, plant based, themed food, Valentines Day, vegan
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 20

Equipment

  • freezer, silicone mold

Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup all natural cashew butter
  • 1-3 tbsp maple syrup optional
  • ⅔ cup rasberry chia jam
  • 16 oz vegan dark chocolate
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 2 tbsp vegan white chocolate **for decorating. optional + additional coconut oil
  • freeze dried raspberries for decoration optional

Instructions

  • Begin by melting the 16oz of dark chocolate in a microwave safe bowl, along with the coconut oil. Microwave in 30 second increments until fully melted.
  • Add 1-2 teaspoons of the chocolate to the base of your heart shaped silicone mold. *adjust accordingly to the mold size.
  • Spread the chocolate up the sides using the back of a spoon then freeze for 5 mins (or until set)
  • While the chocolate base is setting, mix the cashew butter with the maple syrup (if using)
  • Once the chocolate is set. Remove from the freezer and add 1-2 teaspoons of the cashew butter mixture, and press down slightly. Then. Add the same amount of raspberry jam.
  • Cover with more dark chocolate to the top of the mold and add to the freezer again.
  • Once the hearts have set, remover from the freezer, press out of the molds, and place on a rack or plate for decorating.
  • If you would like to use white chocolate, simply melt in the microwave with a little coconut oil (this makes it perfect for drizzling!)
  • Then With the remaining dark chocolate and white chocolate , drizzle half the hearts, using a teaspoon, with dark chocolate and the other half white chocolate!
  • Finish by dusting each corner of the hearts with freeze dried raspberries.

Notes

** These gorgeous chocolate hearts can be made with your favorite store bought jam. But I couldn’t more highly recommend creating my easy 3 ingredient raspberry chia jam. It only takes 10 minutes! Get the recipe here!
** try to use a refined sugar free dark chocolate. Dark chocolate is full of antioxidants and a great choice over milk chocolate.
** the vegan white chocolate is completely optional. But I do love the aesthetic of having two lcolors of drizzles!
**you can substitute the cashew butter for any nut or seed butter of choice! I’d recommend an all natural almond butter or macadamia butter!
** if you don’t have it want to use heart molds, feel free to use a muffin tray with liners, or any silicone mold of choice!

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Indulge guilt-free with Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Muffins. Vegan, gluten-free, and bursting with flavor, they're a powerhouse of nutrients. Perfect for pre-workouts, snacks, or satisfying your sweet tooth.

Ah, the time-old love story: chocolate and peanut butter. It’s a combination that’s been winning hearts across the globe. But when this classic duo gets a nutritious twist, you’ve got something truly unforgettable.

With many of us seeking healthier alternatives to our favorite treats, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the countless ‘healthy’ recipes out there. Yet, this one stands out, not just for its taste but for its health benefits too.

What you will need for these Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Muffins

  • BANANAS: Are one of the best bases for muffins and cakes. They add not only natural sweetness but they instantly give muffins a moist and dense texture. Which is essential when baking with protein powder. As it easily dries out baked goods. Be sure to use brown, spotting over ripe bananas for the best texture and flavor. Which is great since I know we all end up with those bananas! Now you have a great use for them!!
  • OAT FLOUR: Using oat flour is perfect for my gluten free peeps out there. You could sub for almond flour if needed. 
  • GROUND FLAX: Using flax yo make a vegan ‘egg substitute is amazing and adds healthy fiber to the muffins. You simply add 1 tbsp of ground flax with 3 tablespoons of water and mix well before adding to the batter ! 
  • MAPLE SYRUP: The perfect natural sweetener in baking. If you’re not vegan, you could use honey. But stick to natural. It keeps these muffins refined sugar free and healthy! 
  • COCONUT OIL: Using healthy oils to cook and bake with is such an easy swap and you’ll only reap benefits. I chose coconut oil for this recipe. Which adds a lovely tropical flavor with the banana. You could sub for avocado oil. 
  • VEGAN CHOCOLATE PROTEIN POWDER: Bring on the choc!! This will bring on that beautiful chocolate flavor that marries so perfectly with the banana and peanut butter! I always choose KOS vegan superfood protein powders, especially when baking. They are so clean and full of superfoods. Boosting nutritional value and the taste in my opinion is unrivaled. Just be sure to choose a protein powder you like the taste of as the flavor will be dominant 🙂 
  • PEANUT BUTTER: Creamy rich pb is the ultimate protein and flavor boost. It also adds a dense texture. Rich texture to the muffins and pairs so well with dark chocolate. I used smooth peanut butter but feel free to get funky with crunchy! Just be sure you use a natural pb. Without added sugars and preservatives 
  • VEGAN DARK CHOCOLATE CHIPS: Adding that beautiful melt in your mouth pop of chocolate! I used 60% dark chocolate. The HU brand is just amazing! 

These muffins not only cater to your sweet cravings but also ensure that you’re fueled up with all the right nutrients. They’re a delightful blend of natural sweetness, protein-packed goodness, and a touch of indulgence.

Whether you’re preparing for a hectic week ahead, looking for a post-workout snack, or simply want something sweet and healthy to munch on, these muffins are your answer. They’re incredibly easy to make, and the aroma that fills your kitchen as they bake is nothing short of heavenly.

Their texture is a dream—soft, moist, and with a slight crunch from the chocolate chips. Plus, the combination of chocolate, peanut butter, and banana is irresistibly good.

Eating healthily doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice taste. With these Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Muffins, you get the best of both worlds. They’re a testament to the fact that with the right ingredients, you can turn any treat into a nutrient-rich delicacy. So, go ahead and treat yourself—you deserve it!


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Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Muffins

Curbing those ever present sweet cravings, while fueling your body with healthy fats, protein, carbohydrates and electrolytes ready to take on the day. Chocolate and peanut butter is a match made in yummy heaven!Healthy baking doesn’t have to be boring or dull. It’s about simple swaps that don’t change flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for meal prep. You’re just a few simple ingredients away from the most delicious healthy muffins there is!
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine Vegan
Keyword dairy free, healthy dessert, healthy snack, high protein, muffins, plant based baking, vegan baking
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 12

Equipment

  • oven

Ingredients

  • 1 cup approx. 2 large bananas mashed
  • 1 flax egg 1 tbs ground flax + 3 tbs water
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • ¼ cup coconut oil melted
  • ¾ cup oat flour
  • ½ cup plant based chocolate protein powder I used KOS
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 3 tbs peanut butter
  • ¼ vegan dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 and prepare a lined or greased muffin tin.
  • In a bowl, mash bananas until smooth.
  • Stir in flax egg, maple syrup peanut butter and coconut oil until combined
  • Add in oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda. Stir until combined. .
  • Pour batter into cups, filling 3/4 of the way. Do not overfill!
  • Add 6-8 dark chocolate chips ontop of the batter, per muffin. Press in slightly **this avoids any chocolate sticking or burning at the base of the muffin.
  • Bake muffins for 15 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean when inserted in the center of the muffin.

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