Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Peanut Butter Oat Cups, a quick and nutritious treat that you can whip up in under 20 minutes. These no-bake cups combine the rich creaminess of peanut butter with wholesome rolled oats for a satisfying snack or dessert. Topped with melted dark chocolate, they deliver a decadent touch while remaining healthy and energy-boosting. Perfect for busy days, these versatile cups can be customized with your favorite toppings and are freezer-friendly, ensuring you always have a delicious option at hand whenever cravings strike. Enjoy making these easy treats with kids or as a fun weekend project!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2/3 cup peanut butter
- 3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp peanut butter (per oat cup)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (melted)
- 3 tbsp protein powder (optional)
- flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the peanut butter and maple syrup until fully combined.
- Add the rolled oats to the mixture, stirring until evenly mixed.
- Portion the oat mixture into silicone molds using about 2 tablespoons per cup, pressing down firmly.
- For added richness, place a dollop of peanut butter on top of each oat cup or mix protein powder with peanut butter before spreading it on top. Freeze for 20 minutes.
- Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth and drizzle over each cup.
- Return the cups to the freezer for another 20 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oat cup (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg