High-Protein Peanut Butter Overnight Oats (Printable Version)

Creamy oats with peanut butter and protein, soaked overnight for an easy, nourishing breakfast.

# What You Need:

→ Base

01 - ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - ¾ cup unsweetened milk of choice (dairy, soy, or pea milk)
03 - ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt or high-protein non-dairy yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
05 - 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder
06 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
07 - ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of fine sea salt
09 - 1 to 2 tablespoons water or extra milk for consistency adjustment

→ Optional Add-Ins

10 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed
11 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
12 - 2 to 3 tablespoons diced banana, berries, or apple
13 - 1 tablespoon mini dark chocolate chips or cacao nibs
14 - 1 tablespoon chopped roasted peanuts

→ Toppings

15 - 1 tablespoon peanut butter or powdered peanut butter
16 - Fresh fruit such as banana slices, strawberries, or blueberries
17 - Dollop of Greek yogurt
18 - Toasted nuts or seeds including peanuts, almonds, or pumpkin seeds
19 - Drizzle of honey or maple syrup
20 - Pinch of flaky sea salt

# How To Make:

01 - Select a clean jar or container with a tight-fitting lid and 12 to 14 fluid ounce capacity
02 - Add rolled oats to the jar and stir in chia seeds, flaxseed, cinnamon, and protein powder if using, plus a pinch of salt
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and honey or maple syrup until smooth, then add water or extra milk if mixture is too thick
04 - Pour the peanut butter mixture over the oats and dry ingredients, then stir very thoroughly to eliminate any dry pockets
05 - If the mixture is very thick, add a splash more milk and stir again until desired consistency is reached
06 - Stir in sturdy fruits or chocolate chips now if using, reserving delicate fruit for just before serving
07 - Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight for 8 to 12 hours
08 - Stir well and check the consistency, adding a bit more milk if desired
09 - Top with a spoonful of peanut butter, fresh fruit, yogurt, nuts or seeds, and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup, with flaky sea salt if desired
10 - Enjoy straight from the jar or transfer to a bowl, knowing refrigerated leftovers keep for up to 2 days with fresh fruit added just before serving

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It gives you nearly 40 grams of protein in one jar, keeping you full and energized well past lunch.
  • You can customize it endlessly with your favorite nut butters, fruits, and crunchy toppings.
  • Everything happens while you sleep, so your morning routine stays blissfully simple.
  • The creamy peanut butter flavor makes it taste more like dessert than a health-food breakfast.
02 -
  • Always whisk the peanut butter and yogurt with the milk separately before adding to the oats, or you will end up with stubborn clumps that refuse to blend.
  • Stir the jar really well before sealing it, I learned the hard way that dry oats stuck to the bottom make for a disappointing first bite.
  • If your protein powder tends to clump, mix it with the dry oats first, then add the wet ingredients slowly while stirring constantly.
03 -
  • Use a jar with a wide mouth so you can stir easily and eat straight from it without making a mess.
  • Toast your nuts or seeds before adding them on top, the warm, nutty aroma takes the whole bowl to another level.
  • If your protein powder has a strong flavor, start with half a scoop and taste before adding more next time.
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