Description
These no-bake vegan and gluten-free oat cups are a wholesome and delicious treat that comes together with minimal effort and no oven required. Packed with natural sweetness and satisfying texture, they make the perfect snack or healthy dessert. Made with simple pantry staples like oats, nut butter, and maple syrup, these cups are both allergy-friendly and easy to customize.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups gluten-free rolled oats
½ cup natural almond or peanut butter
¼ cup maple syrup
¼ cup melted coconut oil
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
½ cup dairy-free chocolate chips
1 teaspoon coconut oil for melting chocolate
Instructions
1 In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, nut butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the mixture is evenly combined and sticks together easily.
2 Line a muffin tin with paper liners or use a silicone muffin tray. Spoon about two tablespoons of the oat mixture into each cup and press down firmly to form a solid base.
3 In a small bowl, combine the chocolate chips and teaspoon of coconut oil. Melt together using a microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
4 Spoon a layer of melted chocolate over each oat base, spreading it evenly to cover the top.
5 Place the tray in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until the oat cups are firm and the chocolate is set.
6 Once chilled, remove the oat cups from the tray and store them in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
Notes
You can swap almond or peanut butter for sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version. To add texture, mix in chopped nuts, dried fruit, or shredded coconut. These oat cups store well in the fridge for up to a week or in the freezer for up to a month. Let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before enjoying if frozen.