Description
These No-Bake Peanut Butter Granola Cups are a delicious and easy-to-make treat perfect for a quick snack or dessert. Combining crunchy oats, creamy peanut butter, and a hint of chocolate, these cups come together without any baking, requiring just chilling time to set.
Ingredients
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Granola Cups
- 2 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Peanut Butter Filling
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Optional Toppings
- Melted chocolate
- Chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Prepare the Granola Cups: In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, peanut butter, and coconut oil. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and the ingredients are melted and fully combined.
- Add Flavorings: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in vanilla extract and salt evenly to distribute the flavors throughout the mixture.
- Mix Oats and Chocolate Chips: Add the rolled oats to the saucepan and mix until all oats are fully coated with the peanut butter mixture. Stir in mini chocolate chips if desired for added sweetness and texture.
- Form the Cups: Line a muffin tin with paper liners. Evenly divide the granola mixture among the cups, pressing firmly to shape and compact the mixture into a sturdy cup form that will hold the filling.
- Chill to Set: Place the filled muffin tin in the refrigerator and chill until the granola cups are firm, which takes about 30 minutes. This step helps the cups hold their shape.
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Filling: In a medium mixing bowl, beat together the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until the filling is smooth and creamy, perfect for spooning into the granola cups.
- Assemble the Cups: Spoon the prepared peanut butter filling into each granola cup evenly.
- Add Optional Toppings: Drizzle melted chocolate over the filled cups and sprinkle chopped peanuts on top if using to add flavor and decoration.
- Final Chill: Refrigerate the assembled granola cups for at least 1 hour or until the filling is firm and the cups are fully set, ready for serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve chilled as a delightful snack or dessert that combines textures and flavors in every bite.
Notes
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan option.
- Use natural peanut butter to reduce added sugars.
- Mini chocolate chips can be omitted or replaced with raisins for variation.
- For a crunchier texture, toast the oats lightly before mixing.
- Store the granola cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
