Description
This Peanut Butter Granola Cup recipe combines crunchy oats, sweet honey, and creamy peanut butter into a delightful homemade granola base, topped with a rich chocolate almond bark ganache. Perfect for a wholesome snack or a sweet treat, these granola cups hold together neatly and offer a satisfying mix of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
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Granola Cups
- 3 1/2 cups quick cooking oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
Chocolate Topping
- 3 squares chocolate almond bark
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (plus a few drops more if needed)
- 1 cup peanut butter (melted)
Instructions
- Prepare the granola mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 1/2 cups of quick cooking oats, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup honey, 1/4 cup peanut butter, and 1/3 cup maple syrup. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated to form a sticky granola base that will hold its shape.
- Form the granola cups: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly. Press the granola mixture firmly and evenly into each muffin cup, shaping it into cup-like forms. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until the cups are golden brown and firm to the touch. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before removing from the pan.
- Prepare the chocolate peanut butter topping: In a small saucepan, gently warm 1 cup of melted peanut butter and 3 squares of chocolate almond bark together on low heat, stirring constantly until smooth. Remove from heat and quickly stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream, adding a few extra drops if the mixture seems too thick, to create a luscious ganache consistency.
- Assemble the granola cups: Spoon the chocolate peanut butter ganache into the cooled granola cups, spreading evenly to cover the surface. Allow the ganache to set at room temperature or place in the refrigerator for faster setting. Once set, serve and enjoy your delicious peanut butter granola cups.
Notes
- Make sure to press the granola mixture firmly into the muffin tin to help the cups hold their shape after baking.
- If you prefer a sweeter topping, you can add a bit of powdered sugar to the ganache mixture.
- Store the granola cups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
- For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter and use nut-free chocolate.
