🥜🍫 Weight Watchers Frozen Peanut Butter Cups
These frozen peanut butter cups are a healthier twist on a classic candy—featuring a creamy peanut butter center wrapped in a thin chocolate shell. They’re rich, satisfying, and perfectly portioned, making them ideal for a low-point dessert or snack straight from the freezer.
🧾 Ingredients
- ½ cup natural peanut butter (no added sugar preferred) 🥜
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar or zero-calorie sweetener
- 1 cup sugar-free or dark chocolate chips 🍫
- 1 tsp coconut oil
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make peanut butter filling
- In a bowl, mix:
- Peanut butter
- Powdered sugar or sweetener
- Stir until smooth and slightly thick
2. Melt chocolate
- Combine chocolate chips and coconut oil
- Microwave in 20–30 second intervals, stirring until smooth
3. Assemble cups
- Line a mini muffin tray with liners
- Add a small layer of melted chocolate
- Freeze for 5 minutes
4. Add filling
- Spoon a small amount of peanut butter mixture on top
5. Seal with chocolate
- Cover with more melted chocolate
- Smooth the tops
6. Freeze
- Freeze for 20–30 minutes until firm
7. Serve
- Enjoy straight from the freezer for best texture ❄️
⚖️ Estimated WW Points
- ~2–4 points per cup
(Depends on ingredients used)
💡 Tips for Best Results
- Use silicone molds for easy removal
- Keep portions small for lower points
- Dark chocolate gives richer flavor with less sugar
- Store frozen to maintain shape
🧊 Storage
- Freezer: up to 2 months
- Store in airtight container
🌱 Variations
Lower-Point Version
- Use powdered peanut butter mixed with water
High-Protein Version 💪
- Mix protein powder into peanut butter
Dairy-Free
- Use dairy-free chocolate chips
❓ Q & A
Q1: Can I use almond butter?
Yes—works just as well with a slightly different flavor
Q2: Why add coconut oil?
It helps:
- Smooth melting
- Better texture when frozen
Q3: Do they melt quickly?
Yes—best eaten straight from freezer
Q4: Can I skip sweetener?
Yes, especially if chocolate is already sweet
Q5: Can I make them keto?
Yes:
- Use sugar-free chocolate and no added sweetener
Q6: Can I make them without molds?
Yes:
- Use paper liners or spread in a pan and cut squares
Q7: Are they good for weight loss?
Yes—in moderation and with portion control.