Peanut Butter Oat Cups Recipe

Introduction

Peanut Butter Oat Cups are a delicious and easy-to-make snack that combines creamy peanut butter, hearty oats, and a rich chocolate coating. These no-bake treats are perfect for a quick energy boost or a satisfying dessert.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, mix together the peanut butter and maple syrup until smooth and combined.
2. Step 2: Add the oats to the peanut butter mixture and stir until well incorporated.
3. Step 3: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the oat mixture into silicone molds or liners and press down evenly with a spoon or cookie scoop to form the base.
4. Step 4: For the filling, either add a dollop of peanut butter on top of each oat base or mix the protein powder with 1/2 cup peanut butter and spread this protein filling evenly over each cup.
5. Step 5: Freeze the cups for 20 minutes to set the base and filling.
6. Step 6: While waiting, melt the chocolate chips with about 2 teaspoons of oil in the microwave. Heat in 30-second increments, stirring well between each until fully melted and smooth.
7. Step 7: Remove the oat cups from the freezer and spoon the melted chocolate over the tops.
8. Step 8: Freeze the cups again for about 20 minutes until the chocolate is firm.
9. Step 9: Remove the cups from the molds, sprinkle with flakey sea salt if desired, and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• Use natural peanut butter for a healthier option without added sugars or oils.
• Swap maple syrup for honey or agave syrup if preferred.
• Try almond or cashew butter instead of peanut butter for a different flavor.
• For a vegan protein filling, use plant-based protein powder.
• Add chopped nuts or dried fruit to the oat base for extra texture and flavor.

Storage

Store the peanut butter oat cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. They can also be frozen for longer storage. When ready to eat, let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly before enjoying.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats?

While rolled oats provide a better texture and hold, quick oats can be used in a pinch but may result in a softer, less chewy oat base.

Is it necessary to add oil when melting the chocolate?

Adding a small amount of oil helps to achieve a smooth and shiny chocolate coating, but it is optional. If your chocolate is high quality, you can melt it without oil, just be careful to avoid overheating.

Peanut Butter Oat Cups Recipe

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Peanut Butter Oat Cups are a delicious and nutritious snack featuring a base made from creamy peanut butter, rolled oats, and maple syrup, topped with either a simple peanut butter filling or a protein-packed peanut butter and protein powder mixture. These no-bake treats are then coated with melted dark chocolate and optionally sprinkled with flaky sea salt for an irresistible combination of flavors and textures. Perfect for a quick energy boost or healthy dessert, these cups are easy to prepare and freezer-friendly.

• Author: Leo
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes (including freezing time)
• Yield: Makes approximately 12 peanut butter oat cups 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Oat Base

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

Regular Filling

• 1 tbsp peanut butter (per oat cup)

Protein Filling

• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 3 tbsp protein powder

Chocolate Coating

• 1 cup chocolate chips (melted)
• 2 tsp oil (to melt chocolate)
• Flaky sea salt (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the oat base: In a bowl, mix together 2/3 cup peanut butter and 2 tablespoons of maple syrup until fully combined and smooth.
2. Add oats: Stir in 3/4 cup old fashioned rolled oats until the mixture is well combined and has a thick, sticky consistency.
3. Form the base: Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of the oat mixture into each cavity of silicone molds or liners. Use a spoon or cookie scoop to press the mixture down evenly to form a compact base layer.
4. Add filling: For a regular filling, place 1 tablespoon of peanut butter on top of each oat base. For a protein-rich filling, mix 1/2 cup peanut butter with 3 tablespoons protein powder thoroughly, then spread a dollop of this mixture on each oat cup.
5. Freeze the cups: Place the filled oat cups in the freezer and chill for 20 minutes to set the base and filling.
6. Melt the chocolate: While freezing, melt 1 cup of chocolate chips with 2 teaspoons of oil in the microwave. Heat in 30-second bursts, stirring well in between until fully melted and smooth.
7. Coat with chocolate: Remove the cups from the freezer and spoon or spread the melted chocolate over the tops evenly.
8. Final freezing: Return the chocolate-coated cups to the freezer for an additional 20 minutes to set the chocolate layer.
9. Serve: Once set, pop the oat cups out of the molds, sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired, and enjoy your delicious peanut butter oat cups!

Notes

• Use silicone molds or muffin liners for easy removal of the cups after freezing.
• Choose natural peanut butter without added sugar or oils for a healthier option.
• Protein powder can be any flavor, but vanilla or unflavored works best to complement the peanut butter.
• Store leftover cups in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
• For a vegan option, ensure chocolate chips and protein powder are dairy-free.
• Adding flaky sea salt enhances the flavor contrast, but it’s optional based on your taste preference.

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