Peanut Butter Oat Cups Recipe

Introduction

These Peanut Butter Oat Cups are a delicious, no-bake treat perfect for a quick snack or a healthy dessert. Combining creamy peanut butter, hearty oats, and rich chocolate, they satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping things simple and wholesome.

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup peanut butter
• 3/4 cup old fashioned (rolled oats)
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp peanut butter (per oat cup)
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 3 tbsp protein powder
• 1 cup chocolate chips (melted)
• Flakey sea salt (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, mix together 2/3 cup peanut butter and 2 tablespoons maple syrup until smooth and combined.
2. Step 2: Add 3/4 cup old fashioned oats to the peanut butter mixture and stir until well incorporated.
3. Step 3: Spoon the oat mixture into silicone molds, using about 2 tablespoons per mold, and press down evenly with a spoon or cookie scoop to form the base.
4. Step 4: For the topping, either place a dollop of 1 tablespoon peanut butter on top of each oat cup or mix 1/2 cup peanut butter with 3 tablespoons protein powder and spread this over each base. Freeze for 20 minutes.
5. Step 5: While freezing, melt 1 cup chocolate chips with about 2 teaspoons oil in the microwave. Heat in 30-second increments, stirring well between each until smooth.
6. Step 6: Remove the oat cups from the freezer, spoon the melted chocolate over each one, and return to the freezer for another 20 minutes.
7. Step 7: Once set, remove the cups from the silicone molds, sprinkle with flakey sea salt if desired, and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• Use natural peanut butter for a less sweet, more wholesome flavor.
• Substitute maple syrup with honey or agave syrup if preferred.
• Add chopped nuts or seeds into the oat mixture for extra texture.
• Try dark or white chocolate chips as a topping to change the flavor profile.

Storage

Store the oat cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. They can also be kept in the freezer for longer storage and enjoyed chilled or at room temperature. To reheat, simply let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly before eating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use crunchy peanut butter instead of smooth?

Yes, crunchy peanut butter will add a lovely texture to the cups, making them a bit crunchier and more interesting to bite into.

What if I don’t have protein powder?

You can omit the protein powder and just use plain peanut butter for the topping. The cups will still be delicious and satisfying.

Peanut Butter Oat Cups Recipe

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These Peanut Butter Oat Cups are a delicious and nutritious no-bake treat perfect for a quick snack or healthy dessert. Made with creamy peanut butter, hearty rolled oats, a touch of maple syrup, protein powder, and a chocolate topping, these cups combine rich flavors with satisfying textures. They are easy to prepare, requiring no baking, and are ideal for freezing to set the layers into perfect little bites. Optional flakey sea salt adds a wonderful contrast to the sweet and nutty flavors.

• Author: Felix
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 12 oat cups 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

• 2/3 cup peanut butter
• 3/4 cup old fashioned (rolled oats)
• 2 tbsp maple syrup

Topping Ingredients

• 1 tbsp peanut butter (per oat cup)
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 3 tbsp protein powder
• 1 cup chocolate chips (melted)
• Flakey sea salt (optional)

Instructions

1. Mix peanut butter and maple syrup: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine 2/3 cup peanut butter with 2 tablespoons of maple syrup to make a smooth and sticky base mixture.
2. Add rolled oats: Stir in 3/4 cup of old fashioned rolled oats into the peanut butter mixture until well incorporated, forming the oat base.
3. Fill molds with base: Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of the oat mixture into silicone molds or cupcake liners. Press down firmly with a spoon or cookie scoop to create an even and compact base layer.
4. Prepare and add the peanut butter topping: Either add a simple dollop of 1 tablespoon peanut butter on top of each oat cup, or combine 1/2 cup peanut butter with 3 tablespoons protein powder and spread this mixture evenly over each base layer. Once topped, freeze the cups for 20 minutes to set.
5. Melt the chocolate: While the cups freeze, melt 1 cup chocolate chips with about 2 teaspoons of oil in the microwave. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each to ensure smooth, lump-free melted chocolate.
6. Add chocolate topping and freeze: Remove the oat cups from the freezer, spoon or drizzle the melted chocolate over each cup’s top layer, then return the cups to the freezer for an additional 20 minutes to harden the chocolate layer.
7. Finish and serve: Once set, remove the peanut butter oat cups from their liners, sprinkle with flakey sea salt if desired, and enjoy this tasty, wholesome snack.

Notes

• Use silicone molds or cupcake liners for easy removal of the oat cups.
• You can substitute maple syrup with honey or agave syrup based on preference.
• The protein powder adds extra nutrition but can be omitted if preferred.
• If you prefer a vegan option, ensure the chocolate chips and protein powder are vegan-friendly.
• Store the oat cups in the freezer to keep them firm and fresh longer.

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