No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups

Preparation Time: 35 minutes

Cooking Time: 0 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Oat Bliss Layer:

• 2 cups of quick-cooking oats
• ½ cup of pure honey
• ⅓ cup of smooth, all-natural peanut butter
• ⅓ cup of chopped peanuts
• Optional: 1-2 teaspoons of water

For the Luxurious Chocolate Fusion:

• 6 oz. of finely chopped dark chocolate
• 2 teaspoons of coconut oil

For the Peanut Butter Euphoria:

• ½ cup of creamy all-natural peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon of coconut oil
• ¼ cup of mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Begin by preparing a muffin pan; either line a metal muffin pan with paper liners or use a silicone muffin pan (no need to line the silicone pan).
2. Let’s craft the Oat Bliss Layer: In a bowl, combine the quick-cooking oats, pure honey, creamy peanut butter, and chopped peanuts. Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly blended. If the mixture seems a bit dry, consider adding 1 to 2 teaspoons of water. Now, scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of this oat blend into the bottom of each muffin cup, and press firmly to create a solid base.
3. Moving on to the Luxurious Chocolate Fusion: Place the finely chopped dark chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat the mixture on high for 20-second intervals, stirring in between until the chocolate is perfectly melted. Once ready, spoon 2 teaspoons of this luscious melted chocolate onto the oat layer in each cup. To ensure even distribution, gently swirl the muffin pan. Any remaining melted chocolate in the bowl can be evenly distributed into each cup. Then, transfer the muffin pan to the freezer for 5 minutes.
4. Now, let’s create the Peanut Butter Euphoria: In another microwave-safe bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and coconut oil. Heat this mixture in the microwave for 15 seconds, and stir until it forms a smooth blend. Add 2 teaspoons of the peanut butter mixture on top of the chocolate layer in each cup, again swirling the pan for an even spread. Finally, sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top of each cup.
5. Place the muffin tin in the freezer for at least 30 minutes to an hour, allowing your delightful creations to set.
6. Once your oat cups have firmed up, remove them from the muffin pan and transfer them into a freezer bag. Store these delectable treats in the freezer until you’re ready to indulge.

Pro Tips:

• You can use chocolate chips instead of chopped chocolate pieces. A kitchen scale can be handy for precise measurements.
• If you’re not a fan of dark chocolate, feel free to substitute it with milk chocolate.
• Stick with quick-cooking oats for the perfect texture; rolled oats would be too tough for this recipe.
• Be patient and let your oat cups set thoroughly before storing them in the freezer.

Nutrition Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 311 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 7g
• Fat: 20g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 19g

Enjoy these irresistible No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Oat Delights, a symphony of flavors and textures that will satisfy your sweet cravings in style!

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