Description

This Peanut Butter Jelly Chocolate Jars recipe is a delightful no-bake dessert combining creamy coconut milk whipped with peanut butter, layered with a homemade berry chia seed jam and topped with crunchy peanut and chocolate chunks. It’s a sweet, satisfying treat that’s naturally dairy-free, easy to make, and perfect for a quick yet indulgent snack or dessert.

Ingredients

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Peanut Butter Coconut Cream

1 can chilled, full-fat coconut milk (use only the hardened cream part)
5 tbsp no sugar added creamy peanut butter
2 tbsp agave nectar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of fine sea salt

Berry Jam

½ cup red berries (fresh or frozen)
2 tsp chia seeds
Sweetener of your choice (vanilla Xucker recommended)

Toppings (Optional)

Peanuts (chopped, to taste)
Squarebar chocolate chunks or any preferred chocolate pieces
Plain coconut whipped cream
Chocolate sauce

Instructions

Chill Coconut Milk: Place a can of full-fat coconut milk in the fridge overnight to separate and solidify the creamy part from the liquid.
Prepare Coconut Whipped Cream: Open the chilled can carefully and scoop out the hardened coconut cream into a mixing bowl. Whip it vigorously for about 1 minute until fluffy and creamy.
Add Peanut Butter and Flavorings: Gradually blend in the peanut butter, followed by the agave nectar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
Refrigerate the Cream: Cover the bowl and chill the peanut butter coconut cream in the fridge for 1 hour to firm up slightly.
Make Berry Jam: In a small saucepan, place the red berries with a splash of water over medium heat. Add your preferred sweetener. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the berries have broken down and the mixture thickens slightly.
Incorporate Chia Seeds: Remove the berry mixture from heat and stir in chia seeds thoroughly. Transfer to a container and refrigerate to set the jam.
Assemble the Jars: In serving jars or glasses, layer the chilled peanut butter whipped cream followed by the berry chia jam. Alternate layers as desired and repeat to fill the jar.
Add Toppings: Garnish with chopped peanuts, chocolate chunks, and optionally, a dollop of plain coconut whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an attractive and indulgent finish.

Notes

Ensure the coconut milk has been thoroughly chilled for best results when whipping the cream.
Adjust sweetener quantities to taste, especially for the berry jam.
Use fresh or frozen berries depending on availability.
This dessert is best served chilled and consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.
To make it nut-free, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter and omit peanuts as toppings.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Peanut butter dessert, coconut whipped cream, berry jam, healthy dessert, no bake dessert, dairy-free dessert