Chocolate Raspberry Cups Recipe
Delight in these luscious Chocolate Raspberry Cups, a perfect blend of rich, melted chocolate and tangy raspberry chia sauce. These bite-sized treats combine fresh or frozen raspberries with smooth chocolate to create a decadent, yet wholesome dessert that’s easy to make and beautifully elegant.
- Author: Logan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 cups 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-bake, stovetop heating, molding
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Raspberry Chia Filling
- 6 oz raspberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 2 tsp sweetener of choice (such as honey, maple syrup, or agave)
Chocolate Coating
- 6 oz chocolate chips or chopped chocolate bars (about 1 cup)
- Optional: 1 tsp vegetable oil or melted coconut oil for smoother chocolate
- Prepare the Raspberry Puree: Mash the raspberries thoroughly until they turn into a chunky puree. This will be the flavorful base of your filling.
- Cook the Raspberry Sauce: Transfer the mashed berries, chia seeds, and sweetener into a small saucepan. Heat over low heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture warms and starts to bubble gently. This step helps the chia seeds absorb moisture, thickening the sauce.
- Melt the Chocolate: While the sauce simmers, carefully melt the chocolate chips or bars using a double boiler or microwave in short intervals, stirring frequently to prevent burning. For an extra smooth finish, stir in the optional oil once melted.
- Assemble the Cups: Using mini cupcake liners or candy molds, spoon about a teaspoon of the melted chocolate up the sides and bottom. Add about two teaspoons of the raspberry chia filling into the center, then cover with more melted chocolate to seal the cups.
- Set the Cups: Place the filled molds in the refrigerator or freezer for several minutes to allow the chocolate to harden. Alternatively, you can leave them at room temperature for a few hours until set.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of vanilla extract or a pinch of cinnamon to the raspberry filling.
- Use dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for a richer, less sweet taste.
- Ensure to stir the chocolate often while melting to achieve a smooth texture.
- Store these cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator to prevent melting.
- These cups are naturally gluten-free, but always check ingredient labels if allergies are a concern.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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