Chocolate Granola Peanut Butter Cups (Print-Friendly Version)
Crunchy granola cups with a smooth peanut butter center—a quick, no-bake treat for breakfast or snacking.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Granola Base
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2.5 cups (about 250 g) honey granola, crushed if needed
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0.5 cup (65 g) roasted peanuts, chopped
→ Chocolate Mixture
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100 g dark chocolate, finely chopped
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2 teaspoons (10 ml) coconut oil
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2 tablespoons (32 g) smooth peanut butter
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3 tablespoons (60 g) honey
→ Filling and Topping
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1 cup (250 g) smooth peanut butter
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12 banana slices, optional
# How to Make It:
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Combine honey granola and chopped peanuts in a large mixing bowl. Use a rolling pin to crush large clusters, ensuring a uniform texture.
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In a heatproof bowl, melt dark chocolate with coconut oil over a pan of simmering water or in short microwave intervals. Stir in peanut butter and honey until smooth.
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Pour the warmed chocolate mixture over the granola and peanuts. Stir thoroughly until the granola is evenly coated. Adjust consistency by adding more honey for stickiness or additional granola if too runny.
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Grease a 12-cup muffin tin. Evenly divide the granola mixture between the cups, pressing firmly to create compact bases with an indentation in each center.
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Freeze the muffin tin for 5 to 10 minutes, until the cups are set and maintain their shape.
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Remove the cups from the pan. If frozen solid, allow to sit briefly at room temperature and gently loosen with a thin knife if necessary.
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Spoon or pipe softened peanut butter into the well of each granola cup, melting it if necessary for smooth filling.
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Top each filled cup with a banana slice if desired. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for up to three months.
# Extra Information:
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Allow the granola mixture to cool slightly before pressing into the tin if it feels overly wet, as it will firm up as the chocolate sets.
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Opt for creamy peanut butter for a smoother filling, and ensure ingredients are well mixed for optimal binding.