Description
These Monster Cookie Oat Cups are a delightful no-bake treat combining quick-cooking oats, peanut butter, and chocolate in layers for a delicious and easy snack. Perfectly portioned in muffin cups, they offer a satisfying blend of textures and flavors with a touch of mini M&M’s and chocolate chips, ideal for a quick energy boost or dessert.
Ingredients
Oat Layer
- 2 cups quick-cooking oats
- ½ cup honey
- ⅓ cup all-natural creamy peanut butter
- ⅓ cup mini chocolate chips
- Optional: 1-2 teaspoons water
Chocolate Layer
- 6 oz. dark chocolate, chopped
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
Peanut Butter Layer
- ½ cup all-natural creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- ¼ cup mini M&M’s
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the muffin pan: Line a metal muffin pan with paper liners or use a silicone muffin pan without liners to get started.
- Make the oat layer: In a bowl, combine quick-cooking oats, honey, peanut butter, and mini chocolate chips; if the mixture is too dry, add 1-2 teaspoons of water. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of this mixture into each muffin cup and firmly press down to form an even layer.
- Create the chocolate layer: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chopped dark chocolate with coconut oil. Heat in 20-second intervals on high, stirring between each until melted and smooth.
- Assemble the chocolate layer: Spoon 2 teaspoons of melted chocolate over the oat layer in each cup and swirl the pan gently to spread the chocolate evenly. Distribute any remaining chocolate evenly, then place the pan in the freezer for 5 minutes to set.
- Make the peanut butter layer: In a separate microwave-safe bowl, microwave peanut butter and coconut oil for 15 seconds and stir until smooth. Add 2 teaspoons of this mixture on top of the chocolate layer in each cup and swirl the pan again to distribute evenly. Top with mini M&M’s and mini chocolate chips.
- Set the oat cups: Freeze the muffin pan for at least 30 minutes to an hour until the oat cups are fully set.
- Storage: Once set, remove the oat cups from the pan and store them in a freezer bag in the freezer for freshness.
Notes
- If the oat mixture feels too dry, adding a small amount of water helps bind it better.
- Using a silicone muffin pan eliminates the need for paper liners and makes removal easier.
- Freeze the cups thoroughly to ensure they hold their shape when served.
- These oat cups are best enjoyed chilled from the freezer.
- You can customize toppings by substituting mini M&M’s with other candies or nuts if desired.
