Description
These No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups are a delicious and healthy treat made with creamy peanut butter, oat flour, maple syrup, and a smooth chocolate topping. They are easy to make without any baking required, perfect for a quick snack or dessert that sets beautifully in the fridge.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1.5 cups peanut butter
- 1.5 cups oat flour (finely processed rolled oats)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
Topping
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil (optional)
Instructions
- Melt Peanut Butter and Maple Syrup: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the peanut butter and maple syrup together for 40-60 seconds until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Mix in Oat Flour: Gradually add the oat flour to the melted mixture, stirring continuously until a thick but moldable dough forms.
- Prepare Muffin Pan: Line a muffin pan with cupcake liners or silicone molds to make removing the cups easier later on.
- Shape the Cups: Spoon the dough into each liner, pressing down firmly to evenly shape the bottom and sides.
- Melt Chocolate Topping: In short increments, melt the chocolate chips with the coconut oil (if using), stirring until completely smooth.
- Top Each Cup: Pour the melted chocolate over each peanut butter cup and smooth it out with the back of a spoon or spatula as desired.
- Refrigerate to Set: Place the filled and topped cups in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours until the chocolate hardens and the cups are fully set before serving.
Notes
- Use natural or creamy peanut butter for the best texture.
- Oat flour can be made at home by processing rolled oats in a blender until fine.
- Coconut oil is optional but helps the chocolate set with a glossy finish and smooth texture.
- Store the cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Feel free to substitute maple syrup with honey or agave nectar for variation.
