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No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Peanut Butter Cups

Chewy, sweet, salty, and chocolatey, these No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Peanut Butter Cups are the ultimate satisfying snack that requires only ten minutes of prep time and no baking at all.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Oatmeal Peanut Butter Base
  • 1.5 cups 1 and 1/2 cups rolled oats Old-fashioned oats are recommended for a chewier texture.
  • 3/4 cup 3/4 cup smooth natural peanut butter No added sugar version produces the best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup honey or pure maple syrup Honey adds warmth, while maple syrup is more neutral.
  • 3 tablespoons 3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances the sweet-salty contrast.
For the Chocolate Top Layer
  • 1 cup 1 cup dark chocolate chips Semi-sweet or dark chocolate is best.
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon coconut oil Helps the chocolate melt smoothly.
  • Flaky sea salt for finishing Optional but adds excellent flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper or silicone cupcake liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, melt the coconut oil if solid. Combine rolled oats, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until uniformly mixed.
  3. Divide the oat mixture evenly among the muffin cups, pressing firmly to create an even layer.
Chocolate Layer
  1. Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil using a microwave or double boiler until smooth.
  2. Pour the melted chocolate over each oat base cup and sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on top.
  3. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes until set.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Allow 10-15 minutes at room temperature to soften before eating.