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I can’t be the only person who sometimes craves peanut butter cups for breakfast, right? And while there’s nothing wrong with indulging in some breakfast candy, it’s not going to stick with you for long. Enter these decadent homemade healthy(ish) nut butter and chocolate oat cups. With a nutty and crunchy oat base, a creamy almond and/or peanut butter center, and a smooth chocolate topping, it satisfies the craving and is relatively filling. Think a mix between those no-bake chocolate peanut butter oat cookies and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup. They make the perfect kid (or adult) afternoon snack, especially if they’re paired with a smoothie, some fruit, or a homemade pouch.

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BABY STEPS:
The most dangerous part of having your kid help with this recipe is them dipping their fingers in the nut butter or chocolate chips go missing. With that in mind, I always promise a few chocolate chips as a tax for my helper.
● With your assistance, depending on the age of your sous chef, have them measure the ingredients for you. Have paper towels or rags handy for the inevitably sticky result.
● Show them how to sift the powdered sugar. I remember thinking this was so magical as a child.
● Let them help assemble the oat cups. It might get messy, and it might not be as pretty, but this is the perfect recipe to let them lead the way, from start to finish.

Remember to provide appropriate supervision and guidance while involving your child in the cooking process to ensure their safety and to make it an enjoyable and educational experience for both of you.

INGREDIENTS

Oat Base

• 2 cups quick cooking oats
• 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
• 1/2 cup honey (or maple syrup)
• 1/2 cup peanut butter (or other nut butter)
• 1/3 cup chopped pecans (you could also use peanuts or walnuts)

Nut Butter Filling

• 1/2 cup peanut butter (or other nut butter)
• 1 tsp coconut oil
• 3 tbls powdered sugar, sifted

Chocolate Topping

• 6 oz milk chocolate chips (you can substitute baking chocolate, semi-sweet chocolate chips, or even dark chocolate)
• 2 tsp coconut oil

SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT:
● Measuring cups
● Regular muffin tin liners (or reusable) or mini muffin tin liners (if you want the more traditional looking chocolate peanut butter cups)
● Blender or food processor (or this one that has both!)

INSTRUCTIONS

Line a regular muffin tin with 12 cupcake liners.

Oat Base
In a large bowl mix together all of the oat base ingredients until well combined. You may have to get your hands in there to full incorporate all of the ingredients.

Once the oat mixture is thoroughly combined, press approximately two tablespoons into the bottom of each muffin cup. Make a small indent in the center of each cup for the peanut butter filling.

Nut Butter Filling
Mix the peanut butter and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 15 seconds and then stir thoroughly. If there are any lumps, microwave for an additional 15 seconds and stir. Once it is smooth, stir in the powdered sugar.

Spoon approximately 2 teaspoons of the peanut butter mixture into each hollow of the oat cups.

Place the cups in the freezer while you make the final layer.

Chocolate Topping
Pour your chocolate of choice into a microwave-safe bowl with the coconut oil. Heat it in the microwave in 20-second increments until melted, stirring each time.

Remove your oat cups from the freezer and spoon approximately 2 teaspoons of melted chocolate over each. Use the back of the spoon to smooth the chocolate over the surface of each cup.

Place the oat cups in the freezer to set, approximately 30 minutes to an hour. Once they have set, you can remove them from the tin and place them in a freezer bag for longer-term storage.

When you’re ready to indulge, let them set out for five minutes to soften slightly, or store them in the fridge if you’ll consume within a week.

*Adapted from Fit Foodie Finds No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups

Note: I personally love these homemade nut butter cups with a mixture of almond butter and peanut butter for the filling and that is what is shown here.

SERVE WITH: A smoothie / Homemade pouch (like this quinoa-based recipe) / Fresh fruit

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