Enjoy a rich, satisfying, high-protein peanut butter overnight oats for a nourishing, grab-and-go breakfast. Perfect for busy mornings.
# Components:
→ 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 tbsp natural peanut butter, smooth or crunchy
05 - 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder, whey or plant-based
06 - 1-2 tsp honey or maple syrup, optional to taste
07 - ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of fine sea salt
09 - 1-2 tbsp water or extra milk to adjust consistency
→ Optional Add-Ins
10 - 1 tbsp chia seeds or ground flaxseed
11 - ½ tsp ground cinnamon
12 - 2-3 tbsp diced banana, berries, or apple
13 - 1 tbsp mini dark chocolate chips or cacao nibs
14 - 1 tbsp chopped roasted peanuts
→ Toppings
15 - 1 tbsp peanut butter or reconstituted powdered peanut butter
16 - Fresh fruit slices (banana, strawberries, blueberries)
17 - Dollop of Greek yogurt
18 - Toasted nuts or seeds (peanuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds)
19 - Drizzle of honey or maple syrup
20 - Pinch of flaky sea salt
# Directions:
01 - Select a clean jar or container with a tight-fitting lid (12-14 oz capacity).
02 - Add rolled oats to the jar. Stir in chia seeds, flaxseed, cinnamon, and protein powder if using. Add 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. Add 1-2 tbsp water or extra milk if the mixture is too thick.
04 - Pour the peanut butter mixture over the oats and dry ingredients. Stir very thoroughly, making sure there are no dry pockets.
05 - If the mixture is very thick, add a splash more milk and stir again.
06 - Stir in sturdy fruits or chocolate chips now, if using. For delicate fruit, add just before serving.
07 - Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight (8-12 hours).
08 - In the morning, stir well and check the consistency. Add 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. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
10 - Enjoy straight from the jar or transfer to a bowl. Refrigerated leftovers keep for up to 2 days; add fresh fruit just before serving.
