Peanut butter oat cups are an easy no-bake treat made with peanut butter, oats, and a layer of melted dark chocolate on top. This version keeps the ingredient list simple and skips anything fussy, giving you a chewy, peanut buttery base with a chocolate finish that makes them feel a little more like dessert than a snack.
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✅ Recipe Name: Peanut Butter Oat Cups
🕒 Ready In: ~15 minutes, plus chilling
👪 Serves: 12 oat cups
🍽 Calories: ~230 per oat cup (estimated)
🥣 Main Ingredients: Peanut butter, honey, old fashioned oats, dark chocolate, coconut oil
📖 Dietary Info: Gluten-free; dairy-free option
👌 Difficulty: Easy - mix, press, melt chocolate, chill
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These peanut butter oat cups come together quickly and are great to keep in the fridge or freezer for an easy snack or treat. The chewy peanut butter oat base and chocolate topping make them simple, satisfying, and easy to grab whenever you want something sweet.
If you want more easy no-bake treats, try our Healthy Rice Crispy Treats, Protein Chocolate Mousse, or Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream.
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Why You'll Love Peanut Butter Oat Cups:
Easy no-bake treat: These come together quickly with simple ingredients and no oven needed.
Chocolate and peanut butter combo: The chewy oat base and dark chocolate topping make these feel like a treat while still being simple to make.
Great for the fridge or freezer: Peanut butter oat cups are easy to make ahead and keep on hand for snacks or dessert.
Made with simple ingredients: Everything in this recipe is easy to find and straightforward.
Perfect grab-and-go option: These are easy to portion and great for when you want something sweet already made.
Key Ingredients:
- crunchy peanut butter. This gives the oat cups their rich peanut butter flavor and adds a little texture throughout.
- old fashioned oats. These make up the base and give the cups their chewy, hearty texture.
- honey. Helps bind everything together and adds just enough sweetness.
- dark chocolate. Melts into a simple topping that pairs perfectly with the peanut butter and oats.
- coconut oil. Mixed with the chocolate to help it melt smoothly and set with a softer bite.
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Easy Substitutions & Variations:
- Use creamy peanut butter: If you want a smoother texture, creamy peanut butter works just as well.
- Swap the sweetener: Maple syrup can be used instead of honey if you prefer.
- Try milk chocolate: Dark chocolate gives these a richer flavor, but milk chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate also work.
- Add a little crunch: Stir in chopped peanuts or chia seeds for extra texture.
- Use mini muffin liners: For smaller portions, press the mixture into a mini muffin pan instead.
How to Make Peanut Butter Oat Cups:
- Step 1: In a large bowl, stir together the peanut butter and honey until smooth and well combined. Add the oats and mix until everything is evenly coated.
- Step 2: Line a muffin pan with paper liners or use a silicone muffin pan. Divide the mixture between the muffin cups and press it down firmly into an even layer.
- Step 3: Add the chopped dark chocolate and coconut oil to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
- Step 4: Spoon the melted chocolate over the tops of the oat cups and spread it out evenly. Refrigerate for about 1 hour, or until the chocolate is set and the cups are firm.
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Recipe Notes & Tips:
- Press the base firmly: Use the back of a spoon or your fingers to pack the oat mixture down well so the cups hold together once chilled.
- Use muffin liners for easy removal: Paper or parchment liners make it much easier to lift the peanut butter oat cups out cleanly.
- Melt the chocolate gently: Microwave in short intervals and stir often so the chocolate stays smooth and does not scorch.
- Chill until fully set: Let the cups chill long enough for the chocolate topping to firm up and the oat base to hold its shape.
- Store them cold: These keep their texture best in the refrigerator or freezer, especially if your peanut butter is on the softer side.
How to Store:
Refrigerator: Store the peanut butter oat cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Freezer: Freeze them in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before eating if you want a softer texture.
Make ahead: These are great to make ahead since they need time to chill and firm up before serving.
Peanut Butter Oat Cups FAQs:
Peanut butter oat cups are usually made with a peanut butter and oat base that is sweetened with honey or maple syrup, then topped with melted chocolate. Most versions keep the ingredient list simple and use pantry staples like oats, peanut butter, and chocolate for an easy no-bake treat.
Yes, peanut butter oat cups are best kept refrigerated because chilling helps the oat base firm up and keeps the chocolate topping set. Many similar recipes also note that these are good fridge or freezer treats, which fits the texture and storage style of this kind of no-bake dessert.
To keep peanut butter oat cups from falling apart, make sure the peanut butter and honey are mixed well, press the oat mixture firmly into the muffin cups, and chill them until fully set. Similar no-bake oat cup recipes rely on that combination of mixing, pressing, and chilling to help everything hold together.
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Peanut Butter Oat Cups
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups crunchy peanut butter
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 cups old fashioned oats
- 6 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Line a muffin pan with paper liners or use a silicone muffin pan.
- In a large bowl, stir together the peanut butter and honey until smooth and well combined. Add the oats and mix until everything is evenly coated.
- Divide the mixture between the muffin cups and press it down firmly into an even layer.
- Add the chopped dark chocolate and coconut oil to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
- Spoon the melted chocolate over the tops of the oat cups and spread it out evenly.
- Refrigerate for about 1 hour, or until the chocolate is set and the cups are firm.
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Notes
- Press the base firmly: Use the back of a spoon or your fingers to pack the oat mixture down well so the cups hold together once chilled.
- Use muffin liners for easy removal: Paper or parchment liners make it much easier to lift the peanut butter oat cups out cleanly.
- Melt the chocolate gently: Microwave in short intervals and stir often so the chocolate stays smooth and does not scorch.
- Chill until fully set: Let the cups chill long enough for the chocolate topping to firm up and the oat base to hold its shape.
- Store them cold: These keep their texture best in the refrigerator or freezer, especially if your peanut butter is on the softer side.
Katie says
These are so delicious! I bought the brand name version a while back and they tasted like they were made out of wax. These were easy and enjoyable!