Description
Quick and easy peanut butter oat cups are chewy, satisfying no-bake snacks made with wholesome ingredients like oats, peanut butter, and honey. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or a healthy treat, they come together in minutes and are great for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups rolled oats
- ¾ cup natural peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed or chia seeds (optional)
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla until smooth.
- Add the oats, salt, flaxseed or chia seeds, and chocolate chips (if using). Mix well until fully combined.
- Scoop the mixture evenly into 10–12 muffin cups, pressing down firmly with the back of a spoon.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes until firm.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
Notes
- Use quick oats for a softer texture.
- Swap peanut butter for almond, cashew, or sunflower seed butter for allergy-friendly options.
- Top with a drizzle of melted chocolate or a sprinkle of sea salt for a treat-like finish.
- These cups are naturally gluten-free if using certified gluten-free oats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oat cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
