No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups Recipe
These No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups are a quick and healthy snack made with rolled oats, natural peanut butter, and sweetened with honey or maple syrup. Perfect for a nutritious treat without turning on the oven, these oat cups are easy to prepare, customizable with optional chocolate topping, and set firmly in the fridge for a delicious no-bake delight.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 12 mini oat cups 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt (if using unsalted peanut butter)
Optional Topping
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, natural peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract if using, and a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is homogeneous and sticky enough to hold shape when pressed.
- Form the Cups: Line a mini muffin tin with cupcake liners or use a silicone muffin tray for easy removal. Spoon the oat mixture into each cup, pressing firmly to shape compact cups.
- Add Chocolate Topping (Optional): Melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 15-second bursts, stirring between each interval until smooth. Drizzle or spread the melted chocolate over each oat cup as desired.
- Chill and Serve: Place the prepared muffin tin into the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to allow the cups to firm up. Once set, carefully remove the oat cups from the tin and serve immediately or store for later.
Notes
- Storage: Store the oat cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze to extend shelf life.
- Add-Ins: Enhance the texture and nutrition by incorporating shredded coconut, chia seeds, or crushed nuts into the mixture.
- Nut Butter Alternatives: Substitute peanut butter with almond butter or cashew butter as preferred for different flavors.
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