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No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups

No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups for a Quick Sweet Fix

No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups are a delicious, quick snack that blends oats, peanut butter, and chocolate without baking.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Oat Mixture
  • 2 cups rolled oats avoid quick oats for best texture
  • 1 cup natural peanut butter ensure at room temperature for easier mixing
  • ½ cup honey adjust quantity for desired consistency
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract opt for pure vanilla for best taste
For the Topping
  • 1 cup chocolate chips melt with coconut oil for smooth finish
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil can be omitted if not available

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Microwave-safe Bowl
  • Mixing spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, mix together rolled oats, natural peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract until well incorporated and sticky.
  2. Lightly spray a muffin tin with nonstick spray or line it with paper liners. Spoon the oat mixture into each muffin cup, filling them three-quarters full.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted.
  4. Drizzle the melted chocolate over each oat cup making sure to cover the tops completely. Sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
  5. Place the muffin tin into the freezer for about 1 hour to allow the cups to set.
  6. Once firm, gently remove the cups from the muffin tin and serve or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure peanut butter is at room temperature for easy blending. Allow the oat cups to set completely in the freezer for best results.

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