Decadent Dark Chocolate Oatmeal Cups Recipe
These Decadent Dark Chocolate Oatmeal Cups combine smooth peanut butter, honey, and traditional oats for a chewy, wholesome base topped with rich melted dark chocolate and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. Perfect as a healthier treat or snack, they are easy to prepare, require no baking, and offer a delightful balance of sweet, salty, and chocolatey flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 oat cups 1x
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: No-bake, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Base Mixture
- 3/4 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1/3 cup honey
- 3 cups traditional oats
Chocolate Topping
- 5 ounces dark chocolate, chopped into pieces
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- Flaky sea salt, for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture: In a small saucepan, heat the peanut butter and honey over medium-low heat, stirring frequently until the mixture is warm and smooth but not hot. Alternatively, heat in the microwave in short intervals, stirring to avoid overheating.
- Combine with Oats: Add the oats to the warm peanut butter and honey mixture. Stir well until all oats are evenly coated and the mixture is thoroughly combined.
- Form the Oat Cups: Evenly portion the oat mixture into a 12-cup silicone or non-stick muffin pan, using about 1/3 cup per cup. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of each cup to form a compact base.
- Melt the Chocolate: Rinse the saucepan and place it back on medium-low heat. Add the chopped dark chocolate and coconut oil, stirring frequently until the chocolate melts into a smooth, glossy mixture. Remove from heat immediately.
- Top the Oat Cups with Chocolate: Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of melted chocolate onto each oat cup, spreading it evenly to fully cover the top.
- Chill and Serve: Place the muffin pan in the freezer for at least 1 hour until the cups are firm. When ready, remove desired cups, sprinkle each with flaky sea salt, and serve.
Notes
- Use a silicone muffin pan for easy removal of the oat cups.
- Adjust the amount of flaky sea salt to taste for the perfect sweet-salty balance.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
- Substitute almond butter for peanut butter for a different nut flavor.
- Ensure the chocolate is fully melted and smooth for a beautiful glossy topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oat cup (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: dark chocolate oatmeal cups, no-bake oatmeal cups, peanut butter oat cups, healthy chocolate snack, gluten free snack
