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Peanut Butter Oat Cups

Irresistible Peanut Butter Oat Cups You'll Love in Minutes

Enjoy these Peanut Butter Oat Cups, a quick and delicious dessert option that is vegan and gluten-free.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Freezing Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter or nut/seed butter for a different option
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey/agave syrup for sweetness
  • 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats use certified gluten-free oats
For Topping
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (melted) opt for dairy-free for vegan option
  • flaky sea salt optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • silicon mold or muffin tin
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Peanut Butter Oat Cups
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of creamy peanut butter and 1/4 cup of maple syrup. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add 1 1/2 cups of old-fashioned rolled oats to the mixture and stir until well combined.
  3. Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of the oat mixture into each mold and press down firmly to create a compact layer.
  4. Top each cup with a dollop of peanut butter or mix in protein powder to the remaining mixture.
  5. Transfer the molds to the freezer and let them set for 20 minutes.
  6. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/2 cup of chocolate chips with a drizzle of neutral oil and heat until melted.
  7. Drizzle the melted chocolate over each cup, covering generously.
  8. Place the cups back in the freezer for another 20 minutes to harden the chocolate.
  9. Gently remove the cups from the molds and sprinkle flaky sea salt on top if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for best freshness; refrigerate for a week or freeze for up to three months.

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