Vegan Oat Date Cups Recipe

Introduction

These Vegan Oat Date Cups are a delicious and wholesome treat, perfect for a quick snack or a healthy dessert. Made with naturally sweet dates and a spiced oat crumble, they are simple to prepare and wonderfully satisfying.

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, mashing the dates with the back of a wooden spoon until you have a smooth, thick, but spreadable date paste. Leave it to cool.
3. Step 3: In a bowl, mix together the ground oats, rolled oats, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, cardamom, melted coconut oil, and almond butter until well combined.
4. Step 4: Press half of the oat mixture firmly into silicone cupcake or muffin molds. Mini molds are recommended to make about 8 servings.
5. Step 5: Spread the cooled date paste evenly over the pressed 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 the tops are golden. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
8. Step 8: Chill before serving for the best flavor and texture.

Tips & Variations

• Use mini silicone molds for perfectly sized servings and easy removal.
• Swap almond butter for peanut or cashew butter depending on your preference.
• Add a handful of chopped nuts or seeds to the oat mixture for extra crunch.
• For a sweeter date filling, stir in a teaspoon of maple syrup or agave before spreading.

Storage

Store the oat date cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. They are best enjoyed chilled but can be left at room temperature for up to a few hours. Reheat briefly in the oven if you prefer a warm snack, but avoid microwaving to maintain texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh dates for the filling?

Yes, fresh soft dates work well. If they are drier, soak them in warm water for 10-15 minutes before cooking to help create a smooth paste.

Are these cups gluten-free?

They can be gluten-free if you use certified gluten-free oats. Always check your oat packaging to ensure it meets your dietary needs.

Vegan Oat Date Cups Recipe

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These Vegan Oat Date Cups are a delicious and healthy snack featuring a sweet date center encased in a spiced oat crumble. Perfect as a wholesome treat, they are easy to make and naturally vegan, combining the rich flavors of coconut oil, almond butter, and warm spices like cinnamon and cardamom.

• Author: Zane
• 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

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. Prepare Date Paste: Preheat your oven to 180C (160C fan assisted or 350°F). Add the dates and water to a pan and cook over low to medium heat. Mash the dates with the back of a wooden spoon until you achieve a smooth, thick, and spreadable paste. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
2. Mix Crumble Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine ground oats, rolled oats, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, cardamom, melted coconut oil, and almond butter. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
3. Assemble the Cups: Press half of the oat crumble mixture firmly into silicon cupcake or muffin molds—mini molds are recommended for 8 servings. Spread an even layer of the cooled date paste over this base. Crumble the remaining oat mixture on top to create a crumble layer.
4. Bake: Place the assembled cups in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden and the crumble is set.
5. Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow the oat date cups to cool completely in the molds. They are best served chilled for optimal texture and flavor.
6. Storage: Store the cooled oat date cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days to maintain freshness and taste.

Notes

• Using mini cupcake molds makes 8 perfectly sized servings; using regular molds will yield fewer servings.
• Make sure the date paste is smooth and spreadable for easy layering.
• You can experiment with different nuts or nut butters if almond butter is unavailable.
• These oat date cups are naturally vegan and free from refined sugars.
• Chilling the cups before serving improves their texture and taste.

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