Ugandan Groundnut Fat Bombs, Sugar-Free

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Ugandan Groundnut Fat Bombs, Sugar-Free, plated and ready to serve

Groundnuts — peanuts — run through Uganda’s savory cooking constantly, from the stews earlier in this book to countless everyday sauces. This fat bomb pulls that same pantry staple into dessert territory, needing nothing more than a freezer and five minutes of stirring.

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Ingredients for Ugandan Groundnut Fat Bombs, Sugar-Free

Ugandan Groundnut Fat Bombs, Sugar-Free

Uganda's beloved groundnut pantry, already central to this book's stews, turned sweet.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: East African
Servings: 10 bombs
Calories: 140kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (no sugar added)
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil melted
  • 3 tbsp powdered sugar-free sweetener
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (optional)

Instructions

  • Warm peanut butter and coconut oil together in a small saucepan over low heat until fully smooth, or microwave in 20-second bursts.
  • Whisk in sweetener, vanilla, salt, and cocoa powder if using.
  • Pour into a silicone mold (10 cavities) or a small lined dish.
  • Freeze at least 1 hour until firm.
  • Pop out of the mold, or cut into squares if using a dish. Store frozen or refrigerated.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 140kcal | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Fiber: 1g
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Health Benefits

  • Peanut butter provides plant-based protein and monounsaturated fat.
  • Coconut oil adds MCTs, a fast-burning fat source well suited to ketogenic eating.
  • A satisfying high-fat treat that fits easily into a daily macro budget.
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