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Peanut Butter Oat Cups Recipe

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Delicious and easy-to-make Peanut Butter Oat Cups featuring a wholesome oat and peanut butter base, topped with creamy peanut butter or protein-enhanced filling, and finished with a rich chocolate coating. This no-bake, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly treat is perfect for a healthy snack or dessert.

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)
  • Flakey sea salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Base Mix: In a bowl, combine the peanut butter and maple syrup until smooth and well mixed.
  2. Add Oats: Stir in the old fashioned oats until the mixture is evenly combined. This forms the oat base for each cup.
  3. Form the Base Cups: Using a silicone mold or liners, spoon about 2 tablespoons of the oat mixture into each cavity and press down firmly with a spoon or cookie scoop to create a compact and even base layer.
  4. Add Filling: For the regular filling, dollop 1 tablespoon of peanut butter on top of each oat base. Alternatively, mix 1/2 cup peanut butter with 3 tablespoons protein powder for a protein-enhanced filling and spread evenly over the bases.
  5. Freeze First Layer: Place the filled cups into the freezer for 20 minutes to set and firm up the base and filling layers.
  6. Melt Chocolate: While the cups freeze, melt the chocolate chips with about 2 teaspoons of oil in the microwave. Heat in 30-second increments, stirring well between each, until smooth and fully melted.
  7. Add Chocolate Coating: Remove the oat cups from the freezer and spoon or pour the melted chocolate over the top of each cup, covering the filling layer completely.
  8. Final Freeze: Freeze the chocolate-topped oat cups for an additional 20 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden completely.
  9. Serve: Remove the cups from the silicone liners, sprinkle with flakey sea salt if desired, and enjoy your delicious Peanut Butter Oat Cups!

Notes

  • Mix the peanut butter and maple syrup thoroughly before adding oats to ensure even texture.
  • Use silicone liners or molds for easy removal and best shaping results.
  • If using creamy and runny peanut butter, increase freezing time until the filling is firm and no longer runny.
  • Melt chocolate carefully in 30-second microwave increments, stirring in between to avoid burning.
  • Utilize a cookie scoop to evenly portion the oat mixture for consistent cup sizes.
  • Tag @lovelydelites on social media if you make this recipe!

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