Peanut butter overnight oats are the perfect solution for busy mornings or when you’re craving a nutritious treat.
This creamy, protein-packed dish combines the rich flavors of peanut butter with the wholesome goodness of oats, chia seeds, and Greek yogurt.
Mix it all up and you’ve got a tasty and satisfying meal that’ll keep you energized all morning long.
If you appreciate a flavorful, no-fuss breakfast, peanut butter overnight oats will be your new morning staple.
Why You’ll Love These Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Time-Saver: The hands-on prep for this is just 5 minutes, and you can easily scale the recipe to make extra. That way, you have breakfast for the next few days ready to go.
Customizable: Easily adapt the recipe to your preferences by swapping ingredients or adding fun toppings like sliced bananas, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts.
Budget-Friendly: You can whip up a satisfying and delicious breakfast using affordable pantry staples.
Portable: Enjoy your breakfast on the go by preparing it in a mason jar. Ideal for busy mornings, traveling, or as a tasty desk lunch at work.
Ingredients
- Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats: The base of the recipe, providing heartiness and a chewy texture. They are also a great source of fiber and long-lasting energy.
- Almond Milk: Adds a creamy, dairy-free element to the mix, keeping the oats light and slightly nutty.
- Plain Greek Yogurt: Boosts creaminess and protein content. It also adds a subtle tang to balance the sweetness.
- Creamy Peanut Butter: Rich and satisfying, this brings healthy fats and a bold, nutty flavor to every bite.
- Honey or Maple Syrup: Naturally sweetens the recipe. Choose honey for warmth or maple syrup for a hint of caramel.
- Chia Seeds: A powerhouse of fiber and omega-3s. They also help thicken the oats for a pudding-like texture.
- Vanilla Extract & Salt: The vanilla deepens the sweetness, while a pinch of salt enhances all the flavors.
How to Make Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
There’s something magical about waking up to the knowledge that a delicious, nutritious meal is waiting for you in the fridge.
Even better when you can have it ready in just 5 minutes!
1. PREP: Combine the oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and salt in a mason jar.
2. STIR: Mix well until the peanut butter is fully incorporated and the oats are submerged.
3. CHILL: Secure the lid and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
4. STIR: Remove from the fridge and stir well, adding more almond milk if needed.
5. TOP: Add sliced banana, extra peanut butter, mini chocolate chips, or chopped peanuts.
6. ENJOY: Eat cold or warm in the microwave for 30-60 seconds.
Tips For the Best Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
If you haven’t tried overnight oats yet, this peanut butter version is the perfect place to start.
Trust me, your taste buds (and busy morning self) will thank you!
Just read through these tips before you start, and your oats will be perfect!
- Pick the right-sized jar. Use a 12-ounce or larger mason jar to ensure enough room for mixing and toppings. You can also use a Tupperware container with a lid if you prefer.
- Creamy peanut butter is best (IMO). Opt for creamy peanut butter for a smooth texture and easier mixing.
- Stir the oats well. Mix ingredients thoroughly until the peanut butter is fully incorporated and the oats are submerged.
- Chill overnight. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, ideally overnight, to allow oats to soften and absorb liquid.
- Adjust the consistency. Add an extra splash of almond milk in the morning if a thinner consistency is desired.
- Serve cold or warm. Enjoy the oats from the jar, either cold or warmed up in the microwave for 30-60 seconds.
- Meal prep for the week. Prepare multiple jars in advance for easy grab-and-go breakfasts throughout the week.
Toppings and Variations
These oats are pretty amazing as they are. But the beauty of overnight oats is that they’re totally customizable!
Here are a few fun ideas:
Toppings. Add sliced bananas, extra peanut butter, mini chocolate chips, chopped peanuts, berries and/or jam, or toasted coconut.
Variations. Substitute peanut butter with another type of nut butter, add a teaspoon of cocoa powder, or 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon.
How to Store
Let me know in the comments what your favorite overnight oats combo is – I’m always looking for new ideas to mix things up!
As for storage, it’s pretty simple:
To Store: Place the prepared overnight oats in an airtight container or mason jar with a tight-fitting lid. Keep refrigerated for up to 5 days.
To Heat: Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until warm. Alternatively, enjoy it cold straight from the fridge.
To Freeze: Transfer individual portions to freezer-safe containers, leaving some space for expansion. Freeze for 3 months, then thaw overnight in the refrigerator before consuming.
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Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
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kcalPeanut butter overnight oats are an easy, healthy breakfast that’s packed with protein and a touch of sweetness to keep you full and energized all day.
Ingredients
1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup almond milk
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon chia seeds
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch salt
- Optional Toppings:
Sliced banana
Drizzle of peanut butter
Mini chocolate chips
Chopped peanuts
Instructions
- In a 12-ounce or larger mason jar, combine the rolled oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir well until the peanut butter is fully incorporated and the oats are submerged in the liquid.
- Secure a lid on the jar and store it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 6 hours or overnight. This allows the oats to soften and absorb the liquid, creating a thick, creamy texture.
- Remove the jar from the fridge and stir the oats well. If desired, add an extra splash of almond milk to loosen the consistency.
- Top the overnight oats with sliced banana, extra peanut butter, mini chocolate chips, and/or chopped peanuts.
- Enjoy the peanut butter overnight oats cold from the jar or warmed in the microwave for 30-60 seconds.
Notes
- Use a 12-ounce or larger mason jar to ensure enough room for mixing and toppings. You can also use a Tupperware container with a lid if you prefer.
- Prepare multiple jars in advance for easy grab-and-go breakfasts throughout the week.
