Pb+J Oat Cups
on Feb 29, 2024
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Does your kid love PB+J? Do YOU love PB+J?? You need to try these oat bites right now. They are one of the best treats I have made! Made with 5 simple ingredients, your whole family will love them!
As a mom, finding snacks that are both wholesome and satisfying for toddlers can sometimes be a challenge. That’s why I’m excited to share with you a delightful recipe for PB+J Oat Cups that your little ones will absolutely love!
Ingredients:
Oat layer:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/3 cup peanut butter
Jelly Layer:
- Your favorite jelly or jam
Peanut Butter Layer:
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1 tsp coconut oil
Instructions:
- Start by lining a muffin tin with muffin liners for easy removal.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, honey, and peanut butter for the oat layer. Mix until well combined.
- Scoop a spoonful of the oat mixture into each muffin tin and press down firmly to create a compact base layer.
- Next, add a scoop of your favorite jelly or jam on top of the oat layer in each muffin tin.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the peanut butter and melted coconut oil for the peanut butter layer until smooth.
- Pour the peanut butter mixture over the jelly layer in each muffin tin, covering the entire surface.
- Place the muffin tin in the freezer and allow the PB+J Oat Cups to freeze for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
- Once frozen, remove the oat cups from the muffin tin and transfer them to an airtight container for storage.
Why PB+J Oat Cups are Great for Toddlers and Families:
- Nutritious Ingredients: Made with wholesome rolled oats, natural sweeteners like honey, and creamy peanut butter, these oat cups provide a balanced and nutritious snack option for kids and adults alike.
- Customizable: You can easily customize these oat cups by using your family’s favorite jelly or jam flavors, making them a versatile snack option for everyone.
- Portable and Convenient: These PB+J Oat Cups are perfect for on-the-go snacking. Simply grab a few from the freezer and pack them in lunchboxes or take them along for outings and activities.
- Easy to Make Ahead: Whip up a batch of these oat cups in advance and store them in the freezer for quick and easy snacks whenever you need them.
Storage Instructions:
Store the PB+J Oat Cups in an airtight container in the freezer for up to one month. Simply thaw them for a few minutes before serving.
PB+J Oat Cups
Ingredients
Oat Layer
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/3 cup peanut butter
Jelly Layer
- your favorite jelly
Peanut Butter Layer
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1 tsp coconut oil, melted
Instructions
- Start by lining a muffin tin with muffin liners for easy removal.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, honey, and peanut butter for the oat layer. Mix until well combined.
- Scoop a spoonful of the oat mixture into each muffin tin and press down firmly to create a compact base layer.
- Next, add a scoop of your favorite jelly or jam on top of the oat layer in each muffin tin.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the peanut butter and melted coconut oil for the peanut butter layer until smooth.
- Pour the peanut butter mixture over the jelly layer in each muffin tin, covering the entire surface.
- Place the muffin tin in the freezer and allow the PB+J Oat Cups to freeze for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
- Once they are set, you can enjoy the PB+J Oat Cups!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Do they need to stay in freezer to keep shape and stay fresh? Or can they stay room temp or kept on fridge once they’ve set in freezer?
They need to stay in the freezer or they won’t keep their shape 🙂
Tried these today and they are super easy to make and yummy. My toddler and I are both enjoying this recipe!
I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed them!
I almost never comment on recipes, but THIS ONE…this is a keeper! Not only does my 4-year-old love these, but I do, my parents do…they simply didn’t last very long! Love that my little dude and I could make them together, they were clean eating, delicious and everyone got to enjoy! We keep them in the freezer and just pop one out when we want to. We made them in regular size muffin tins and mini…SO GOOD!
This makes me so so happy! I am so glad to hear they are a hit for your family!
Made these for my granddaughter and she loves them! And I do too!
Whole family loves these! Easy to make and feels like a treat!
Has anyone tried adding protein powder to the oat portion??
Love this recipe! My husband, two year old son and I all enjoy these!
These look like such a great treat, but I’m wondering just how messy they are with a two year old? I’m thinking the peanut butter will soften and be everywhere. If so, would they work with an additional thin layer of the oat mixture on top, more like a sandwich?
GREAT
Delicious!!! Such a wonderful recipe. My toddlers and I love these. They need to stay frozen though, they melt very quickly. This recipe is a keeper.
I am so glad you like them!
Quick question: I’ve never used coconut oil before but have enough recipes in my “want to try” pile that I think I need to get some. I’m looking and the choices are unrefined or refined. Which would be better?
These are delicious! Wondering if keeping them in the freezer prevents fermentation since the oats aren’t cooked? Thanks!
What size muffin tin did you use? I used the mini and it seemed small.
I use a normal muffin pan!