Description
Craving a quick, wholesome treat? Whip up these No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups! Creamy peanut butter, oats, and maple syrup blend effortlessly. Microwave, stir, chill – pure snack bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats (old-fashioned)
- ½ cup maple syrup (or honey)
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Step 1: Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or silicone cups and set aside.
- Step 2: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter, maple syrup, and melted coconut oil. Microwave for 30-60 seconds, or until the mixture is warm and easily stirrable. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Step 3: Add the rolled oats, vanilla powder, and sea salt to the wet mixture. Stir well with a spatula until all the oats are evenly coated and everything is thoroughly mixed.
- Step 4: Divide the mixture evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Using the back of a spoon or your fingers, press the mixture down firmly into each cup to compact it. If desired, sprinkle a few mini chocolate chips on top of each cup.
- Step 5: Place the muffin tin in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1-2 hours, or until the oat cups are firm and set.
- Step 6: Once set, remove the oat cups from the muffin liners and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
- Keep your delicious oat cups fresh and firm in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze them for up to a month for a convenient grab-and-go snack whenever a craving strikes.
- These delightful cups are best enjoyed straight from the fridge for a perfectly firm bite, or allow them to sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes if you prefer a slightly softer, chewier texture.
- Perfect as a satisfying quick breakfast, a nutritious afternoon pick-me-up, or even a guilt-free dessert, these versatile cups pair wonderfully with your morning coffee or a cold glass of milk.
- For an extra layer of nutty depth, gently toast your rolled oats in a dry pan over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until fragrant before mixing, which truly elevates the flavor of these no-bake treats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 55g)
- Calories: 280
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 12g