Description
These no-bake peanut butter oat cups are a quick and easy treat that combines creamy peanut butter, hearty oats, and a rich chocolate topping. Perfect for a satisfying, fuss-free snack without using the oven.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups peanut butter
- 1½ cups oat flour (process rolled oats until fine)
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil (optional, for smoother chocolate)
Instructions
- In a heatproof bowl, microwave the peanut butter and maple syrup for 40–60 seconds. Stir until smooth and combined.
- Gradually stir in the oat flour until the mixture is thick and moldable.
- Line or spray a muffin pan and fill each cup with the peanut butter-oat mixture, pressing it down firmly.
- Mix chocolate chips and coconut oil, then microwave in 30-second increments, stirring until melted and glossy.
- Spoon melted chocolate over the peanut butter base and smooth the top. Optionally, sprinkle flaky salt or mini chips on top.
- Refrigerate or freeze for 2–3 hours until set.
- Pop them out and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- Use sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
- Swap maple syrup with honey if desired.
- Add chia seeds, protein powder, or dried fruit for extra flavor and texture.
- Use dark, milk, or dairy-free chocolate chips as preferred.
- For mini portions, use a mini muffin tin.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
