These Healthy Peanut Butter Cups are a healthy take on Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, made with just five simple ingredients. Creamy peanut butter, naturally sweet maple syrup, and fiber-rich oats form the base, while dark chocolate adds a rich, antioxidant-packed topping. With no added refined sugars and naturally low in sodium, these homemade peanut butter cups are heart-healthy and diabetic-friendly. Meal prep these chocolate peanut butter delights ahead of time to enjoy them as a tasty dessert or as a grab-and-go healthy snack straight from the fridge. You will be in pure peanut butter-chocolate bliss!
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These peanut butter cups are a smart, heart-healthy choice. They skip refined sugar, using natural maple syrup instead, and rely on dark chocolate for antioxidants rather than milk chocolate. By using fiber-rich rolled oats, they provide a satisfying, no-bake treat that aligns with low-sodium and diabetic-friendly goals.
Homemade peanut butter cups can be much healthier than store-bought options. This recipe is healthy because it controls the ingredients, using fiber-rich oats, natural peanut butter, dark chocolate, and no refined sugars, making it low in sodium (28mg) and 119 calories per cup.
This specific recipe contains 119 calories per mini peanut butter cup. Calorie counts vary based on ingredients and portion size.
Store these peanut butter cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will stay firm and fresh for up to 2 weeks.
Because these are made with natural peanut butter and dark chocolate without stabilizers, they will soften or melt at room temperature. Always store them in the refrigerator until ready to serve to keep them firm.
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Recipe yields 24 servings
Line mini muffin pans with mini cupcake liners. If you have silicone mini muffin pans, skip this step.
In a medium microwave-safe bowl, add ¾ cup peanut butter and maple syrup. Microwave on high, in 20-second increments, stirring after each cycle, until melted. Stir in vanilla extract. Add oats and stir until well combined.
Evenly distribute peanut butter oat mixture into each cup and pack down firmly with your fingers. Each cup should be about ½ full.
In the same bowl used for the peanut butter oat mixture, combine chocolate chips and remaining ¼ cup peanut butter. Microwave on high in 30-second increments, stirring after each cycle, until melted and smooth. Using a small spoon, fill each cup just below the brim with chocolate mixture, smoothing the top with the back of the spoon.
Refrigerate, uncovered, for 30 minutes, until firm. Remove from refrigerator and enjoy! Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Natural, creamy peanut butter works best. You can use crunchy for more texture. For a peanut-free version, substitute natural almond butter or sunflower seed butter.
Gluten-free old-fashioned rolled oats provide the best texture. Quick-cook oats can be used, but the base may be softer.
Honey (if not strictly vegan) or agave nectar can be used as a 1:1 substitute for maple syrup.
Any dark chocolate (60% cacao or higher) works well. Use dairy-free chips to keep it vegan.