Peanut Butter Jelly Oatmeal (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Oatmeal Base

01 - 1 3/4 cups gluten-free sprouted rolled oats
02 - 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
03 - 1/2 tsp kosher salt
04 - 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
05 - 1/3 cup maple syrup
06 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Assembly

07 - 6 tbsp natural peanut butter
08 - 6 tbsp strawberry jam
09 - 5 oz dairy-free 70% dark chocolate bar (about 2 bars)
10 - Flaky salt, optional

# Instructions:

01 - Place the oats into a mini food processor or blender and pulse until coarsely chopped.
02 - Transfer the oats to a medium-sized mixing bowl with the ground flaxseed and salt, then stir to combine.
03 - Add peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract into the oat mixture, then stir until fully combined.
04 - Add 2 tablespoons of the oat mixture to each compartment of a 12-cup silicone muffin pan or parchment-lined muffin pan. Press the mixture into the cup until flat and smooth, then gently create a small dent in the center.
05 - To the center of each oat cup, add 1/2 tablespoon of jam, followed by 1/2 tablespoon of peanut butter spread over the entire oat base. Place in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up.
06 - Break the chocolate bar into small pieces and place them in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, and continue microwaving in 15-second intervals, stirring each time until smooth and fully melted.
07 - Pour melted chocolate over each cup and use a spoon to spread it evenly over the top. Repeat for all cups.
08 - Sprinkle flaky salt over the chocolate layer, if desired. Place the pan back into the freezer and allow to firm up for at least 10 minutes before serving.

# Notes:

01 - Replace melted chocolate with mini chocolate chips for a simpler version.
02 - For a nut-free option, substitute peanut butter with sunflower butter or tahini.
03 - Use rolled oats or quick oats, but avoid steel-cut oats.