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No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups

Delicious No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups for Quick Snacking

These No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups are a quick, nutritious snack combining creamy peanut butter and wholesome oats.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats substitute with gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version
  • 1 cup Natural Peanut Butter use almond butter or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free alternative
  • 1/2 cup Honey or Maple Syrup agave syrup or a sugar substitute can be used as alternatives
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract you can omit if you prefer a simpler taste
  • 1/4 tsp Salt add a pinch if using unsalted peanut butter
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Dark Chocolate Chips optional; can substitute with chopped nuts or omit for a lower-calorie option

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Baking Pan
  • parchment paper
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, measure out rolled oats, natural peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix all the ingredients together until combined and sticky, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring it overhangs slightly for easy removal later.
  3. Pour the oat mixture into the lined baking pan, spreading it evenly and pressing down firmly to create a compact layer.
  4. If using chocolate, sprinkle dark chocolate chips evenly over the pressed mixture, gently pressing them in.
  5. Place the baking pan in the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Once chilled, lift the mixture from the pan using the parchment paper and slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For optimal results, press firmly, chill longer if necessary, and try various mix-ins for unique flavors.

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