Here’s a simple high-protein peanut butter cup treat recipe that works well as a snack or dessert.
Protein Peanut Butter Cup Treats
Ingredients
1 cup natural peanut butter
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder
1 1/2 cups rolled oats
1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
1 tsp coconut oil
Pinch of salt
Optional add-ins:
Chia seeds
Crushed peanuts
Mini chocolate chips
Cinnamon
Instructions
In a bowl, mix peanut butter, honey, protein powder, oats, and salt until combined.
Press the mixture into a lined loaf pan or small tray.
Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in the microwave (20-second bursts) or on the stove.
Spread melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer.
Refrigerate for 1–2 hours until firm.
Slice into squares or bars.
Macros (approx. per square, if cut into 12)
Protein: 7–10g
Carbs: 12–15g
Fat: 9–11g
Easy Variations
Use almond butter instead of peanut butter.
Add crushed rice cakes for crunch.
Use whey-casein blend for a firmer texture.
Freeze for a firmer peanut butter cup feel.
Good Ingredient Options
Quest Nutrition protein powder
Optimum Nutrition whey protein
MyProtein flavored whey
Dark chocolate for the topping
For a more Reese’s-style version, use silicone muffin cups and layer:
Chocolate
Peanut butter protein filling
More chocolate on top
Then chill until set.
