Warning: These easy, 5-ingredient peanut butter oat cups are the perfect energy-boosting snack—chewy, slightly sweet, and packed with protein! No baking, no fuss, just wholesome ingredients shaped into bite-sized delights.
Great for meal prep, lunchboxes, or post-workout fuel, these cups are gluten-free, vegan-friendly, and ready in 15 minutes!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ No oven needed – Just mix, shape, and chill
✅ Naturally sweetened – Only a touch of honey or maple syrup
✅ Kid-approved – Like homemade peanut butter granola bars
✅ Customizable – Add chocolate, seeds, or dried fruit
Ingredients You’ll Need
(Makes 12 cups)
Base Ingredients:
1 cup (100g) rolled oats (certified GF if needed)
½ cup (125g) creamy peanut butter (natural or regular)
3 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional, for extra fiber)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional Mix-Ins:
¼ cup (45g) chocolate chips (dark, milk, or sugar-free)
2 tbsp shredded coconut
1 tbsp cocoa powder (for chocolate PB cups)
(For topping: Melted chocolate, sea salt, or crushed peanuts!)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Mix the Dough
In a bowl, combine oats, peanut butter, honey, chia seeds, vanilla, and salt.
Stir until a thick, sticky dough forms.
2. Shape the Cups
Line a muffin tin with paper liners or use a silicone mold.
Press 1-2 tbsp of mixture into each cup, shaping into small nests.
3. Add Toppings (Optional)
Drizzle with melted chocolate or sprinkle with sea salt.
4. Chill & Enjoy!
Refrigerate 1 hour until firm.
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One of my favorite things to make at home! We eat this with practically everything!
Half a cup of this in the morning.
