If you’re looking for a healthy and yummy snack that’s easy to make and family-friendly, these no-bake dark chocolate peanut butter protein cups are your new go-to! Made in a muffin tin for perfectly portioned servings, they’re packed with clean ingredients like old-fashioned oats, natural peanut butter, coconut oil, and protein powder, with just a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Topped with rich, melted dark chocolate, these little cups are the perfect balance of nourishing and indulgent. They’re ideal for post-workout fuel, or a grab-and-go breakfast.
Why You’ll Love These No-Bake Peanut Butter Cups
- Made in muffin tins for easy serving
- High in protein and healthy fats
- No baking required — super quick
- Naturally sweetened with honey
- Gluten-free & dairy-free (if needed)
Simple Ingredients
- 1 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate bar)
How to Make Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Cups
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners or silicone muffin cups (12 standard size).
- Next in a small saucepan over low heat, melt together peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil until smooth.
- Then remove from heat and stir in the oats and protein powder until fully combined.
- Spoon the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups and press down gently with the back of a spoon to flatten.
- Melt dark chocolate and drizzle or spread a small layer over the top of each cup.
- Lastly chill in the refrigerator for 1–2 hours, or until set. Store in fridge or freezer.
Tips for the Best Protein Cups
Store in the fridge up to 1 week or freezer up to 3 months.
Use runny peanut butter for smoother texture.
Add a sprinkle of sea salt or shredded coconut on top before chilling.
Make them in mini muffin tins for bite-sized snacks.
Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Oat cups
Ingredients
- 1 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate bar
Instructions
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners or silicone muffin cups (12 standard size).
- Next in a small saucepan over low heat, melt together peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil until smooth.
- Then remove from heat and stir in the oats and protein powder until fully combined.
- Spoon the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups and press down gently with the back of a spoon to flatten.
- Melt dark chocolate and drizzle or spread a small layer over the top of each cup.
- Lastly chill in the refrigerator for 1–2 hours, or until set. Store in fridge or freezer.
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