How do I know when the crust mixture is the right consistency?

Combine ingredients in a food processor until it becomes a dough consistency, easily pressed into a mold.

Can I use a different sweetener for the chocolate layer?

Yes, the recipe suggests agave nectar, but any other liquid sweetener would work as an alternative.

What kind of mold should I use for this cake?

A small tart pan is recommended, but a small pie dish or ramekin would also work well for shaping the cake.

What kind of peanut butter is best for the peanut butter mixture?

The recipe specifies using natural peanut butter or your favorite natural brand for the creamy mixture.

How long does this no-bake cake need to freeze before serving?

The cake requires freezing for 3-4 hours to set properly, and should be removed 5-10 minutes before serving.

11 years ago

No-Bake Peanut Butter Cup Cake
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

ED By: Emma D'Alessandro

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A slice of no-bake vegan gluten-free peanut butter cup cake, showing distinct layers of nut crust, chocolate, and creamy peanut butter, topped with halved peanut butter cups and chocolate drizzle.

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No-Bake Peanut Butter Cup Cake [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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A cookie-like crumble crust with a chocolate layer and peanut butter mixture topped with homemade peanut butter cups make this easy to assemble cake a super rich birthday, or any day treat.

Ingredients You Need for No-Bake Peanut Butter Cup Cake [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

For the crust:

1/2 c. peanuts
1/4 c. almonds
1/2 tbsp. coconut oil
2-3 pitted dates
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 tsp. sea salt

For the chocolate layer:

4 tbsp. cacao powder
2 tbsp coconut oil
1/2 tbsp. agave nectar (or other liquid sweetener)
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 tsp salt

For the peanut butter mixture:

1/2 c. peanut butter or your favorite natural brand
1-2 tbsp. date paste or maple syrup
1 tsp. sea salt

For the peanut butter cups:

Use your favorite brand of vegan peanut butter cups to break up on top or use a homemade recipe.

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How to Prepare No-Bake Peanut Butter Cup Cake [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Combine ingredients for the crust into a food processor until it becomes a dough consistency.
Put into mold and put in freezer. (I used a small tart pan, but a small pie dish or ramekin would work fine).
Make chocolate mixture and pour over the top of the mold. Reserve a bit to drizzle over the top of the cake at the end.
Return to freezer.
Add the peanut butter mixture ingredients to a bowl and mix until well combined.
Spread the peanut mixture on top of the chocolate layer of the cake.
Top with halved homemade vegan PB cups (or your favorite brand) and drizzle with remaining chocolate. Freeze for 3-4 hours.
Remove from freezer 5-10 minutes before serving.