Vegan Oat Date Cups Recipe

Introduction

These Vegan Oat Date Cups are a wholesome and naturally sweet treat perfect for any time of day. With a chewy date center and a spiced oat crumble, they offer a delightful texture and flavor combination that’s both satisfying and nourishing.

Ingredients

• 120g dates
• 60ml water*
• Pinch of salt
• 55g ground oats**
• 45g rolled oats***
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• Pinch of salt
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp cardamom
• 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
• 2 tbsp almond butter****

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan assisted) or 350°F.
2. Step 2: Add the dates and water to a pan and cook over low to medium heat. Mash the dates continually with the back of a wooden spoon until you achieve a smooth, thick, and spreadable date paste. Remove from heat and let it cool.
3. Step 3: In a bowl, mix together the ground oats, rolled oats, baking powder, pinch of salt, cinnamon, cardamom, melted coconut oil, and almond butter.
4. Step 4: Press half of the oat mixture firmly into silicone cupcake or muffin molds. Using mini molds is recommended to make about 8 servings.
5. Step 5: Spread the cooled date paste evenly over the oat base.
6. Step 6: Crumble the remaining oat mixture on top of the date layer.
7. Step 7: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and set, then allow to cool completely.
8. Step 8: Serve chilled for the best flavor and texture.

Tips & Variations

• Use silicone molds for easy removal and cleaner edges on your cups.
• Swap almond butter with peanut or cashew butter if preferred.
• Add chopped nuts or seeds to the crumble for extra crunch.
• If you like sweeter treats, stir in a splash of maple syrup or agave into the oat mixture.

Storage

Store these oat date cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. They are best enjoyed chilled but can be brought to room temperature before eating if preferred. Reheat gently or enjoy cold as a nutritious snack.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh dates instead of dried?

Dried dates work best for this recipe as they yield a thicker, spreadable paste. Fresh dates are too soft and moist, which can affect the texture of the filling.

Can I make these nut-free?

Yes, you can substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter or another nut-free butter alternative to keep the recipe nut-free while maintaining creaminess.

Vegan Oat Date Cups Recipe

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These Vegan Oat Date Cups are a delicious, wholesome treat that combines a naturally sweet date center with a spiced oat crumble topping. Perfect for a healthy snack or dessert, they are easy to make, gluten-free, and completely plant-based. Enjoy these cups chilled for a refreshing and satisfying bite-sized delight.

• Author: zara
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 8 mini oat date cups 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Vegan
• Diet: Vegan, Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Date Centre

• 120g dates
• 60ml water
• Pinch of salt

Oat Crumble

• 55g ground oats
• 45g rolled oats
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• Pinch of salt
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp cardamom
• 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
• 2 tbsp almond butter

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan assisted) or 350°F to prepare for baking the oat date cups.
2. Prepare Date Paste: Add the dates, water, and a pinch of salt to a pan over low-medium heat. Mash the dates with the back of a wooden spoon as they soften, cooking until the mixture becomes a smooth, thick, and spreadable paste. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
3. Mix Oat Crumble: In a bowl, combine ground oats, rolled oats, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and cardamom. Add melted coconut oil and almond butter, stirring thoroughly until well combined into a crumbly mixture.
4. Assemble Cups: Press half of the oat crumble mixture firmly into silicone cupcake or muffin molds—mini molds recommended to yield 8 servings. Spread the cooled date paste evenly over this base layer, then sprinkle the remaining oat crumble on top to cover.
5. Bake: Place the molds in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the oat topping is golden and set.
6. Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and let the cups cool completely. For the best flavor and texture, chill them before serving. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

Notes

• Using mini silicone cupcake molds is recommended to make 8 smaller servings.
• These cups are best served chilled to enhance texture and flavor.
• Store the oat date cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
• Dates should be pitted before cooking to ensure smoothness in the paste.
• You can substitute almond butter with any other nut or seed butter depending on preference or dietary needs.

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