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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast » Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

    Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

    by Allison · Published: Oct 23, 2024 · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    If you're craving a creamy, refreshing and filling (but not heavy) breakfast, these PB overnight oats have your name on them. And for all of you peanut butter fans out there: this one is for you! 🙂

    Peanut butter overnight oats topped with strawberry and banana slices in a glass working jar.

    Well, I just can't seem to quit overnight oats as of late. And not that I'd want to either. 😉 Over the summer was my smoothie phase, and that has now transitioned into overnight oats because they are just so incredibly refreshing and also just filling enough to keep me going strong until lunchtime. I published this protein overnight oats recipe just a couple weeks ago, and my family honestly can't decide which one we like more now! (Oh, and these kefir overnight oats is also a huge fave here.)

    If you're more of a warm oats in the morning kind of person, definitely try this creamy blueberry oatmeal recipe for some pure comfort food. And for other breakfast ideas with fruit, check out this 5-minute smoothie bowl, these banana Nutella crepes or these cranberry orange muffins. (You could also heat up these overnight oats in the microwave for 30-60 seconds just before you eat them for a warmer version.)

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    • ❤️ Why you'll love this recipe
    • 🌿 Ingredients
    • 📝 Instructions
    • 📋 Substitutions
    • 🔪 Equipment
    • 🍱 Storage
    • 🎉 Top tip
    • 💭 FAQ
    • 🍳 Recipe

    ❤️ Why you'll love this recipe

    • Only 5 minutes of prep time required
    • Super easy meal prep breakfast
    • Contains 20 grams of protein per serving!
    • Creamy and filling without being heavy
    • Easy to pack for an on-the-go breakfast

    🌿 Ingredients

    The ingredients you'll need for this overnight oats recipe are simple and easy to find at any large grocery store. If you can't find chia seeds, they can also be ordered online.

    Ingredients for peanut butter overnight oats arranged on a marble countertop.

    See recipe card below for exact quantities.

    📝 Instructions

    Chia seeds, sea salt and peanut butter on top of rolled oats in a glass jar.

    Step 1: Place the oats, chia seeds, peanut butter, syrup and sea salt in a small jar.

    Peanut butter overnight oat ingredients mixed together in a glass jar with a silver spoon.

    Step 2: Pour in the milk and mix well to incorporate everything together.

    Freshly sliced strawberries and banana atop overnight oats in a glass jar.

    Step 3: Wash, slice and add the strawberries and banana on top of your oats if desired. Then, place the lid on your jar and refrigerate overnight.

    Peanut butter overnight oats topped with strawberry and banana slices in a glass working jar.

    Step 4: In the morning, mix the fresh fruit in a little and enjoy! If you prefer warmer oats, heat the oats in the microwave for 30-60 seconds or to desired temp.

    📋 Substitutions

    As written, this recipe is vegan and dairy free. Feel free to make any of the following substitutions:

    • Rolled oats - make sure to use old fashioned rolled oats for this recipe as quick cooking oats do not stand up well and tend to get too mushy overnight
    • Gluten free - if you have celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, use certified gluten free oats to avoid cross contamination issues with wheat
    • Chia seeds - substitute ground flax seeds or just leave out if you don't have either (note that they will help thicken the oats, so you may want to use a little less milk if you're not using chia or flax)
    • Peanut butter - substitute almond butter, cashew butter or SunButter
    • Maple syrup - substitute coconut sugar or honey
    • Soy milk - use any other plant milk such as almond milk, or substitute dairy milk
    • Strawberries and banana - substitute other fresh fruits such as blueberries or mixed berries, kiwi, peaches or any other favorite fruits

    🔪 Equipment

    You'll need the following equipment to make this recipe:

    • working jar with lid or other covered jar like a Mason jar

    🍱 Storage

    Overnight oats will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 4 days. They also work well for meal prep if you'd like to make ahead for the week. Note that they don't stand up well to freezing.

    🎉 Top tip

    Feel free to use your favorite kind of peanut butter in this PB oats recipe, whether creamy, all-natural or crunchy. (Almond butter or cashew butter are equally delicious!) And while we're on the subject of comfort food, you could even throw in a small handful of chocolate chips...I won't tell anyone. 😉

    Enjoy!

    💭 FAQ

    Can I use instant oats instead of rolled oats to make overnight oats?

    The best kind of oats to use for an overnight oats recipe are old fashioned rolled oats. Instant oats do not stand up well to soaking since they are thinner and will tend to get too mushy in the morning.

    What kind of milk works best for peanut butter overnight oats?

    Soy milk or dairy milk will yield more protein in addition to the peanut butter, but any plant milk such as almond milk will work as well.

    Can I substitute a different nut butter for peanut butter in overnight oats?

    Yes; almond butter, cashew butter or sunflower seed butter (SunButter) all work well for overnight oats. Alternatively, you could make protein overnight oats for a high-protein recipe without peanut butter or other nut butters.

    How can I make my overnight oats thicker or thinner?

    You can adjust the amount of milk to make your oats wetter or drier, and you can also add chia seeds, ground flax seeds or a little Greek yogurt to thicken the consistency.

    🍳 Recipe

    Peanut butter overnight oats topped with strawberry and banana slices.

    Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

    Allison
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    This vegan PB overnight oats recipe is creamy, wholesome and delicious with a touch of pure maple syrup and topped with freshly sliced fruit.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    8 hours hrs
    Total Time 8 hours hrs 5 minutes mins
    Servings: 1
    Course: Breakfast & Brunch
    Cuisine: Swiss
    Calories: 546
    Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats (see notes)
    • 2 teaspoons chia seeds
    • 2 tablespoons peanut butter any kind
    • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
    • pinch sea salt
    • ¾ cup soy milk or other plant-based milk, or dairy milk
    • ¼ cup sliced strawberries optional, for topping
    • ¼ cup sliced banana optional, for topping

    Equipment

    • working jar with lid or other covered jar like a Mason jar

    Method
     

    1. Mix: Place the oats, chia seeds, peanut butter, syrup and sea salt in a small jar and pour in the milk, mixing well to incorporate everything together.
    2. Top: Wash, slice and add the strawberries and banana on top of your oats if desired, place the lid on your jar and refrigerate overnight.
    3. Enjoy: In the morning, mix the fresh fruit in a little and enjoy! If you prefer warmer oats, heat the oats in the microwave for 30-60 seconds or to desired temp.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 546kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 231mgPotassium: 830mgFiber: 11gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 728IUVitamin C: 37mgCalcium: 358mgIron: 4mg

    Notes

    Oats: Quick cooking oats do not stand up well in this recipe as they tend to get too mushy overnight. If you have celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, make sure to use certified gluten free oats to avoid cross contamination issues with wheat.
    Storage: Overnight oats will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 4 days and work well for meal prep if you'd like to make ahead for the week. They don't stand up well to freezing.

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