This no bake peanut butter oat cups recipe stand out as a delicious treat in a world where convenience and health meet. Perfect for satisfying your peanut butter cup cravings, they’re made with simple ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry.
This easy recipe combines creamy peanut butter, hearty oats, and a luscious chocolate drizzle for a dessert that the whole family will love. If you are looking for other no bake ideas check out my full collection of No Bake Vegan Desserts here.
Why You’ll Love These No Bake Vegan Peanut Butter Oat Cups
- Perfect for any peanut butter lover since it’s a healthier option for those with a sweet tooth!
- Healthy Snack: These are packed with feel-good ingredients like natural peanut butter and oats.
- No Bake Dessert: One of my favorite no bake dessert recipes. Skip the oven and save time with this ingredient no bake peanut butter oat cups recipe.
- Customizable: Swap ingredients for almond butter, cashew butter, or other seed butter options.
- Quick and Easy: With minimal prep and just a little freezing time, this healthy treat is ready in a snap!
Ingredients & Substitutions
For the Oat Peanut Butter Cups
- 1 cup quick oats or rolled oats: Use certified gluten-free oats if needed. For a finer texture, pulse the oats in a food processor.
- ¼ cup oat flour or almond flour: If you don’t have oat flour, blend raw oats in a blender until fine.
- 1 cup natural peanut butter: Swap with creamy peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter for a different flavor profile.
- ½ cup pure maple syrup: Agave, honey (for vegetarians who eat dairy), or even a few teaspoons of water mixed with sugar can work as substitutes.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract: Adds a hint of warmth and sweetness.
- ½ tsp salt: Just a little bit of salt balances the sweetness and enhances flavor.
For the Chocolate Topping
- ⅔ cup vegan chocolate chips: Use dark chocolate chips, semi-sweet chocolate chips, or even milk chocolate for a sweeter finish (if not strictly vegan).
- 1 tbsp coconut oil: Helps create a smooth and glossy chocolate layer.
Optional Toppings
- Flaky sea salt: Elevates the flavors.
- Coconut shreds, chopped nuts, or protein powder: Add crunch and extra nutrients.
- Healthy fats: Sprinkle chia seeds or hemp hearts for added health benefits.
Helpful Tools
- Mixing bowl: For combining the oat mixture.
- Mini muffin tin or silicone muffin pan: Makes removal easier and less messy. However, a metal muffin pan will work, just be sure to lightly grease with coconut oil.
- Paper liners: Ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
- Separate microwave-safe bowl: For melting the chocolate.
How to Make No Bake Vegan Peanut Butter Oat Cups
These no bake treats are a 5 ingredient healthy dessert that’s so easy to make. The prep time is super fast and the hardest part is just waiting for this no bake recipe to set in the freezer!
Step 1: Prepare the Oat Mixture
- In a mixing bowl, combine the quick-cooking oats, oat flour, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until the mixture forms a sticky dough.
- If the mixture is too thick, add a few teaspoons of water or almond milk to loosen it up. If the batter is not sticky enough try adding an extra tablespoon of peanut butter.
Step 2: Form the Cups
- Divide the oat and peanut butter mixture evenly into 10 slots of a mini muffin tin lined with muffin liners.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of each muffin cup to create the peanut butter and oat layer.
- Freeze for at least 2 hours to set.
Step 3: Prepare the Chocolate Topping
- In a separate microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips with coconut oil in 20-second increments, stirring in between until smooth.
- Alternatively, use a small saucepan over medium-low heat to melt the chocolate.
Step 4: Assemble the Cups
- Remove the frozen cups from the freezer and spoon a tablespoon of the melted chocolate over each cup, smoothing it to create a glossy top of the chocolate layer.
- Sprinkle with optional toppings like flaky salt or chopped nuts.
Step 5: Final Freeze
- Once set, transfer the cups to an airtight container for storage.
- Return the cups to the freezer for an additional hour to set the chocolate.
No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups Storage Tips
- Keep the cups in the freezer for up to two weeks.
- Serve chilled or allow them to rest at room temperature for a few minutes before enjoying.
Tips & Tricks
- Use a silicone muffin pan for easy release.
- Work quickly when adding toppings to ensure they stick to the melted chocolate.
- Experiment with flavors like adding a swirl of peanut butter flavors into the chocolate peanut butter cups.
Why These No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups Are a Great Option
These chocolate peanut butter oat cups are a healthy twix cups alternative, delivering the same indulgent satisfaction without the guilt. They’re a great option for busy days, offering both convenience and nutrition.
FAQs
Absolutely! Try almond butter, cashew butter, or even sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
Add a scoop of your favorite protein powder to the oat mixture for an extra protein boost.
Use a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 20-second increments, or melt over a double boiler for more control.
Yes, as long as you use certified gluten-free oats and flour.
Replace maple syrup with a sugar-free syrup alternative, and opt for sugar-free chocolate chips.
No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups Vegan Recipe
Ingredients
Oat Peanut Butter Cups
- 1 cup quick oats or rolled oats
- ¼ cup oat flour or almond flour
- 1 cup natural peanut butter
- ½ cup maple syrup or agave or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp salt
Chocolate Topping
- ⅔ cup vegan chocolate chips
Optional Toppings
- flakey sea salt, coconut shreds, chopped nuts etc.
Instructions
Cups
- In a medium bowl, combine oats, oat flour, peanut butter, syrup, vanilla, and salt.
- Evenly distribute the mixture into 10 slots of a muffin tin lined with liners or lightly greased.
- Flatten it out as much as possible. Freeze the tray for a minimum of 2 hours.
Chocolate Topping
- Melt the chocolate chips, using a double boiler or the microwave, stirring consistently until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Take the tray out of the freezer and spoon approximately 1 tablespoons of the melted chocolate onto the tops of each frozen peanut butter oat cup, smoothing it out evenly. Sprinkle with toppings of choice immediately while the chocolate is still melted.
- Return to the freezer for an additional hour. For storage, keep them in an airtight container in the freezer. Enjoy!
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Conclusion: No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups
In conclusion, No Bake Vegan Peanut Butter Oat Cups are a delightful blend of health and indulgence. Easy to make and packed with plant-based goodness, these cups are a must-try for anyone with a sweet tooth and a desire for dairy-free treats.
This is one of my favourite snacks to make, and great to bring to work to fill me up throughout the day. Who doesn’t love peanut butter and chocolate 😀
Thanks so much for the review so happy you loved them!
LOVING these no bake recipes! Delicious 🤤
I’m delighted to hear that you’re enjoying the no-bake recipes! Thank you for the fedback!
These were great nice healthy and filling snack for the week! And loved the flavor. I added extra crushed peanuts on top 🥜
Glad you enjoyed the recipe! Adding extra crushed peanuts sounds delicious. Thanks for sharing! 🥜
Saw this on IG and thought I must try it out and so happy I did! Loved it 😍 and I didn’t have cups so I used a baking dish and cut them into squares
I’m thrilled you gave it a try and enjoyed it! Your adaptation with the baking dish sounds creative and delicious. Thanks for sharing! 😊
Super easy to make and super delicious and quite filling!! And it’s true the hardest part is to wait for them to set in the freezer I ended up making a double batch and didn’t last long 😅
Thanks so much for the feedback Rachelle! So happy you loved it!
This was a GREAT recipe and I added extra crushed peanuts on top and was so good! But yes thanks for the tips about the chocolate drying fast as my first one I wasnt quite ready
Hi Kristen! I’m so happy you loved the recipe. Thank you so much!! That sounds so good with extra peanuts I will have to try that as well! 🙂
5/5! Great snacks easy to make
Thank you so much!!!
Loved these peanut butter chocolate oat cups! I made mine in a baking dish and was so tasty 👅
I love the idea of making them in a big baking dish!! so smart! and thank you so much 🙂
So great and easy loved it 😊
Thank you so much!! 🙂
I made these the other day expecting them to last the week. But they did not make it past the day! So I will definitely be making these again thank you for the easy follow instructions and the flavour was delicious. Definitely worth the.
Thank you so much! I’m thrilled to hear they were such a hit. Looks like you’ll need to make another batch soon! Glad you enjoyed the flavor and found the instructions easy to follow.
The simplicity of this recipe so great! not to have to use my oven on a hot Summer day. I will be back to your new bake section very soon thanks.
Thank you Laura I’m so happy you are loving the no-bake desserts! And I agree I don’t want to turn the oven on during a hot summers day so no bakes are the perfect snack 🙂
Awesome recipe super tasty family loved them. Trying to incorporate a little more healthy baking this year and your recipes have been amazing 🤩
Thank you SOOO much!! So happy you are loving the healthy baking recipes!