Chocolate Pumpkin Candy Cups
If you like pumpkin spice lattes and peanut butter cups, give these chocolate pumpkin candy cups a try. It’s a PSL wrapped up in creamy chocolate for a delicious fall candy.
Layers of pumpkin, coffee, and chocolate create a rich and unique blend of flavors for you to make for yourself and others throughout the holiday season.
Pumpkin Coconut Butter Cups
As you may notice, I am struggling with the name of these candies. I want to call them PSL candy cups, but not everyone knows what a PSL is right away. PSL stands for Pumpkin Spice Latte, which most pumpkin-obsessed peeps recognize.
Basically, if you like chocolate, pumpkin, and coffee, you will want to give these candy cups a try — no matter what you call them! You should also try our pumpkin spice latte trifle. Also give this peanut butter pumpkin fudge a try during the season.
Give these homemade candies as gifts, serve them at holiday gatherings, or just enjoy them in your household. It’s a fun candy recipe to make whenever you feel like it.
Pumpkin Butter Cups Ingredients
Here’s what you need to make this candy recipe. The exact measurements are in the recipe card below.
- Pumpkin purée
- Pumpkin pie spice
- Maple syrup
- Coconut butter
- Instant espresso powder
- Chocolate chips
- Coconut oil
- Espresso beans (optional)
Chocolate Pumpkin Candy Cups Directions
Place nine silicone or paper muffin cup liners in a muffin tin or on a sheet pan.
Melt the coconut butter, so it’s ready to create each layer.
In a small bowl, mix together the pumpkin layer ingredients (pumpkin purée, pumpkin pie spice, maple syrup, and melted coconut butter.)
Do the same for the coffee layer (melted coconut butter, instant espresso powder, and maple syrup.) Set aside.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and the coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth.
Divide the coffee mixture between the muffin cups, then the pumpkin, then the chocolate.
Top each candy cup with a sprinkle of espresso beans if you choose.
Transfer the cups to the freezer for at least an hour or until they set.
Once frozen, you can remove the candy from the liners and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator or the freezer.
PSL Candy Recipe Notes and FAQ
How do I store these pumpkin chocolate candies?
Store the pumpkin coconut butter cups in an airtight container and keep in the freezer or the refrigerator.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, if you make this recipe without modifying the ingredients, it is gluten-free and vegan.
What other pumpkin recipes do you recommend?
Pumpkin squares are a family favorite, pumpkin OREO balls are fun, and you have to have a delicious pumpkin bread at least once a year. Do a search for “pumpkin” on the blog for even more.
Can I use a candy mold instead of liners?
Yes, you can use a silicone candy mold if you’d like to create shapes or don’t have liners.
PSL Candy Cups
Equipment
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Ingredients
Pumpkin Layer
- 2 tbsp Pure Pumpkin
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ cup coconut butter melted
Coffee Layer
- ½ cup coconut butter melted
- 1 tsp instant espresso powder
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Chocolate Layer
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 tsp coconut oil
Topping
- Espresso beans optional
Instructions
- Place 9 silicone or paper muffin liners in a muffin tin or on a sheet pan.
- Divide the coconut butter for the layers.
- In a small bowl, mix together the pumpkin layer ingredients. Do the same for the coffee layer. Set aside.2 tbsp Pure Pumpkin, 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice, 2 tbsp maple syrup, ½ cup coconut butter, ½ cup coconut butter, 1 tsp instant espresso powder, 2 tbsp maple syrup
- Melt the chocolate chips and the coconut oil in a small bowl in the microwave in 30-second increments until smooth.2 tsp coconut oil, 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- Divide the coffee mixture between the muffin cups, then the pumpkin, then the chocolate.
- Top each cup with a sprinkle of espresso beans and transfer to the freezer for at least an hour or until set. Once frozen you can remove from liners and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer.Espresso beans
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