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No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups Recipe

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  • Author: Andria
  • Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 12 standard cups or about 24 mini cups 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups are a simple, nostalgic treat that combines creamy peanut butter, hearty oat flour, and a luscious chocolate topping. These no-bake snacks are easy to prepare with pantry staples, making them perfect for a quick dessert or energy-packed snack without turning on the oven.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 1 cup creamy natural peanut butter
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1 1/4 cups oat flour (rolled oats blitzed into flour; gluten-free if using gluten-free oats)

Chocolate Topping

  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips (dark, milk, or semi-sweet)
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional for glossy texture)

Instructions

  1. Melt the Peanut Butter and Maple Syrup: Combine peanut butter and maple syrup in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 40 to 60 seconds until warm and oozy. Stir thoroughly to create a smooth, unified mixture.
  2. Mix in the Oat Flour: Gradually add oat flour to the peanut butter mixture, stirring continuously. The mixture should thicken and become dense but moldable. If too dry, add a teaspoon more maple syrup or peanut butter. For extra moisture and flavor, optionally stir in 1/4 to 1/3 cup pumpkin puree.
  3. Prep Your Muffin Pan: Line a standard or mini muffin pan with paper or silicone liners to ensure easy removal of the cups later.
  4. Fill and Press: Divide the oat mixture evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Press firmly with fingers to create compact, even bases ready to hold the chocolate topping.
  5. Melt and Pour the Chocolate: Combine chocolate chips and coconut oil in a small bowl. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each until the chocolate is smooth and glossy. Spoon the melted chocolate evenly over each oat base and smooth the top with the back of a spoon.
  6. Chill Until Set: Place the pan in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours until the cups are firm. Carefully remove the cups from the liners and serve or store for later snacking.

Notes

  • Use natural creamy peanut butter for the best texture and flavor.
  • Oat flour can be made at home by blitzing rolled oats until powdery.
  • For gluten-free cups, ensure oats used are certified gluten-free.
  • Coconut oil is optional but helps give the chocolate a smooth and glossy finish.
  • Adding pumpkin puree adds moisture and a seasonal twist but is optional.
  • Store cups in the refrigerator to keep them firm and fresh.
  • Line the muffin pan well; cups are sticky and difficult to remove without liners.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes (melting steps only)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: no bake peanut butter oat cups, peanut butter snacks, healthy peanut butter treats, no bake desserts, gluten free snacks, easy no bake recipes

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