Paleo Peppermint Mound Cup

These were literally an experiment gone right!  I've been looking at all kinds of different blogs and gathering ideas. And this is what I came up with. I had to ask for help on Instagram for a name because I didn't even know what to call it.   So shout out to @savannahfitgirl08 on Instagram for the name inspiration.  You kinda nailed it girl!  So here they are.. My Paleo Dessert experiment that turned out to be amazing!!  This recipe only make 5 cups so double it if your going to need more. Also these must be kept in the freezer for the coconut cream layer to stay in tact. I just put them in zip lock baggies to pull out as I feel the need for a yummy treat.  Ok for the recipe your going to need the silicone muffin cups. If you don't have them go to Bed Bath & Beyond or order some online. I promise you won't hate me. They are so amazing and easy to clean. You will use them for all your muffin recipes from here on out. Word!!  Here it goes!

What you need... 

1/2 cup of Almond Meal

2 Tbsp Cocoa 

1 1/2 Tbsp Coconut Oil

1 tsp Honey

3 Tbsp Chopped nuts (use your favorite I used Walnuts this time)

1/4 tsp Peppermint Extract

1/2 cup Coconut Cream

2 ounces 85% or higher Dark Chocolate

5 Silicone muffin cups

For the bottom crust take the almond meal, coconut oil, Cocoa, honey and mix together. Add the chopped nuts. The mixture should be sticky enough to stay together but not too wet or dry.  Add a tad oil or almond meal if you need to adjust the consistency. 

Now take a spoon and press the mixture into the bottom of the 5 cups.  

Now place in the freezer for 5-10 minutes or until hard. Now take your coconut cream and mix in the peppermint extract. Then pour evenly into all 5 cups. Then return to freezer again. At least 10 minutes. Because the Coconut cream has to harden completly. 

Now start melting your dark chocolate in the microwave. Once it's melted and the coconut cream is completly hard pour the dark chocolate over the coconut and return to the freezer.  Give them awhile in the fridge to set up and when they are ready pull them out and peel away the cup from the sillicone. Eat one. Only one.  Or 5. Just kidding. Place the extras in ziplocks and place back into the freezer. Pull one out as you feel the need for a dessert. Or breakfast or lunch. Or whatever floats your boat.  

-Jessica