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St. Patrick’s Day Cacao Matcha Cups Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 mini cups
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Fusion
  • Diet: Vegan, Gluten Free

Description

Delight in these festive St. Patrick’s Day Cacao Matcha Cups, featuring a rich dark chocolate base and a creamy, vibrant matcha filling. Perfect as a healthy, vegan, and gluten-free treat, these no-bake mini cups combine the earthy flavors of matcha with decadent chocolate for a deliciously refreshing dessert.

Ingredients

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For the chocolate base:

  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil

For the matcha filling:

  • 1/4 cup coconut butter (softened)
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon matcha powder
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the muffin tin: Line a mini muffin tin with 12 paper liners to make handling and serving the cups easy and mess-free.
  2. Melt the chocolate base: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
  3. Create the chocolate base layer: Spoon about 1 teaspoon of melted chocolate into each paper liner. Tilt the muffin tin gently to coat the bottom evenly with chocolate. Place the tin in the freezer for 10 minutes to allow the base to set firmly.
  4. Make the matcha filling: While the chocolate base firms, mix coconut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, matcha powder, coconut oil, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  5. Assemble the cups: Once the chocolate base is set, spoon approximately 1 teaspoon of the matcha filling into each cup. Gently flatten the filling to create a smooth surface.
  6. Top with remaining chocolate: Cover each filled cup with another teaspoon of melted chocolate, smoothing the tops for a neat finish.
  7. Final chilling: Return the filled cups to the freezer for 15 to 20 minutes or until completely firm.
  8. Storage and serving: Store the finished cups in the refrigerator. Serve them chilled or allow them to soften slightly at room temperature before enjoying.

Notes

  • Use ceremonial-grade matcha for the most vibrant green color and superior flavor.
  • Maple syrup can be substituted with honey if not following a vegan diet.
  • These cups are naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, and free from refined sugars.

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