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    Home » Oatmeal Recipes » Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

    Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

    Published: Mar 16, 2022 · Modified: Jun 5, 2022 by Tammy Overhoff

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    Peanut Butter Overnight Oats is the perfect healthy breakfast idea to make during busy work weeks. Each jar comes together in less than a minute using pantry ingredients and is made with wholesome, old-fashioned oats, chia seeds, peanut butter and is naturally sweetened. 

    overhead picture of peanut butter overnight oats

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    A question I often get about breakfast recipes is, “How can I eat more protein in the morning without eating eggs?”

    Overnight oats aren’t the first meal to come to mind if you’re thinking about high-protein breakfast recipes. However, you can create a jar that boasts about 15 grams of protein!

    Not to mention it’s filled with whole grains too, and this means you’ll stay full all morning.

    This peanut butter overnight oats recipe checks all those boxes.

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    Reasons you’ll love this recipe

    • Healthy. This overnight oats with peanut butter recipe is the answer if you want a high-protein breakfast recipe that doesn’t include eggs, and it’s also vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free.
    • Delicious. Dare I say this oatmeal tastes like a peanut butter cookie? Yep, it sure does.
    • Easy to prepare. It takes less than 5 minutes to whip together a week’s worth of overnight oats recipes. And if you keep a healthy, stocked pantry, then you likely have everything in your kitchen to make this overnight peanut butter oats right now.
    • Affordable. Each jar of oats is less than 50 cents! How’s that for cheap and healthy?

    Ingredients

    • Rolled oats, or old-fashioned oats, work best in overnight oats recipes. Do not grab quick-cooking oats because that will result in a jar of mushy oats, and steel-cut oats will end up too crunchy. 
    • Chia seeds are my go-to superfood to stir into all of the overnight oats recipes I make. Chia seeds give the oats a pudding consistency and add extra protein, fiber, and omega’3 fatty acids.
    • Organic natural peanut butter is the healthiest option when making peanut butter overnight oats. The only ingredient you want to see on the label is peanuts.
    • Pure vanilla extract is optional, but it does give the oatmeal extra flavor.
    • Unsweetened coconut milk, almond milk, or any milk will work with overnight oats.
    • Pure maple syrup gives the overnight oats that perfect amount of sweetness and brings all of the other ingredients together.

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    a jar of peanut butter overnight oats with drizzle of peanut butter

    Supplies

    • 16- ounce mason jars with lids

    How to Make Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

    collage showing how to make peanut butter overnight oats.
    • Add the rolled oats and chia seeds to a 16-mason jar container. Of course, you can use any container with a lid (I recommend glass), but mason jars are my favorite.
    • Add the peanut butter and milk to the oat mixture. You want to make sure to cover the oats in the milk completely. If you need to add a little more liquid, then do so.
    • Mix everything. Again, make sure there is enough liquid.
    • Place the lid on and stick the overnight oats in the refrigerator for 5 hours or overnight. Give it a couple of stirs in the morning and add the sweetener. If the oats seem thick, add a couple of milk splashes until it’s the consistency you want.
    • You can also warm it up in the microwave or on the stovetop.

    Want more overnight oats inspiration? Check out my How to Make Overnight Oats Guide to make the perfect jar of oatmeal and our favorite recipes. 

    Storage tips

    Overnight oats with peanut butter is supposed to be made ahead of time. If you want to make these for the week, prepare the jars on Sunday and refrigerate. Keep in mind the longer the oats sit in the fridge, the thicker they will be; stir in extra milk until you get the consistency you like.

    You can also freeze overnight oats kits by placing all ingredients minus the milk into reusable storage bags or jars and placing them in the freezer. When you’re ready to eat, pour the oatmeal ingredients into a jar and add the milk. You can see my overnight oats freezer tips post for more information.

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    Substitutions

    • Because of the peanut butter, this oatmeal recipe is higher in fat and calories than most overnight oats recipes I make. You can reduce the fat by removing one tablespoon of peanut butter, which also reduces the protein. My advice is to look at the rest of your meals and make sure everything balances each other out.
    • You can also lower the saturated fat by using PB2 or any powder peanut butter instead of natural peanut butter. 
    • You can swap in any nut butter, and Almond butter is delicious, or if you have a nut allergy, use any seed butter.
    • Honey is tasty in place of maple syrup, but you can use any of your favorite sweeteners.
    • Flaxseeds and hemp hearts are other superfoods that work well in this overnight oats recipe. For more protein, you can also stir in collagen powder.
    • Stir in fruit. Banana slices, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, raisins, or even dried cranberries go great with peanut butter and oatmeal.
    • If you want peanut butter overnight oats with yogurt, add a tablespoon or so of greek yogurt for flavor, texture, and extra protein.
    • Sprinkle with chocolate chips if you’re craving chocolate and peanut butter. Or check out this chocolate peanut butter overnight oats recipe.
    • If you want crunch then consider topping the oatmeal with a tablespoons of this almond butter granola.
    • If you have a gluten allergy or sensitivity, make sure to purchase certified gluten-free oats and check the labels on the other ingredients.

    FAQs

    Do I have to use natural peanut butter in this peanut butter overnight oats recipe?

    You can use any peanut butter you want. I prefer natural and organic peanut butter because it doesn’t have hydrogenated oils or added sugar.

    Is peanut butter and oatmeal good for you?

    Peanut butter and oatmeal are good for you and can help you lose weight or maintain a weight loss when consumed in moderation.

    Peanut butter is high in fat, protein, and other nutrients, so it allows you to stay full longer. The key is to choose organic peanut butter free of added sugars, hydrogenated oils, additives, or preservatives.

    Oatmeal has wholesome fiber that also fills you up and keeps you full. So, starting your day with a jar of peanut butter overnight oats is a great way to stay satisfied all morning long. 

    Check out my weight loss overnight oats guide for more information and recipes.

    Other Overnight Oats Recipes

    • Blueberry Overnight Oats
    • Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
    • Almond Joy Overnight Oats
    • Vanilla Overnight Oats
    • Cherry Overnight Oats

    Check out more healthy oatmeal recipes.

    overhead picture of peanut butter overnight oats

    Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

    Peanut Butter Overnight Oats is the perfect healthy breakfast idea to make during busy work weeks. Each jar comes together in less than a minute using pantry ingredients and is made with wholesome, old-fashioned oats, chia seeds, peanut butter and is naturally sweetened. 
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Breakfast, breakfast recipe
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: overnight oats peanut butter, peanut butter overnight oats
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 hours
    Total Time: 5 hours 5 minutes
    Servings: 1 person
    Calories: 434kcal
    Author: Tammy Overhoff

    Equipment

    • 16-ounce mason jars

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 cup rolled oats
    • 1 teaspoon chia seeds
    • 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
    • 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
    • 1-2 teaspoons pure maple syrup

    Instructions

    • Add the rolled oats and chia seeds to a 16-mason jar container. Of course, you can use any container with a lid (I recommend glass), but mason jars are my favorite.
    • Add the peanut butter and milk to the oat mixture. You want to make sure to cover the oats in the milk completely. If you need to add a little more liquid, then do so.
    • Mix everything. Again, make sure there is enough liquid.
    • Place the lid on and stick the overnight oats in the refrigerator for 5 hours or overnight.
    • Give it a couple of stirs in the morning and add the sweetener. If the oats seem thick, add a couple of milk splashes until it's the consistency you want.

    Notes

    Storage tips
    Overnight oats with peanut butter is supposed to be made ahead of time. If you want to make these for the week, prepare the jars on Sunday and refrigerate. Keep in mind the longer the oats sit in the fridge, the thicker they will be; stir in extra milk until you get the consistency you like.
    You can also freeze overnight oats kits by placing all ingredients minus the milk into reusable storage bags or jars and placing them in the freezer. When you’re ready to eat, pour the oatmeal ingredients into a jar and add the milk. You can see my overnight oats freezer tips post for more information.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 434kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 10g

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    Comments

    1. Amy says

      January 20, 2023 at 3:16 pm

      I made this and added it my greek yogurt, so delicious! Also, I substituted Almond butter for the peanut butter. I will see how it goes for sustaining me on long runs, but I am sure I found a winner!!

      Reply
    2. Jessica Grant says

      January 07, 2023 at 1:11 am

      5 stars
      My husband hasn’t liked any overnight oats recipes that I’ve made. But he liked this one! And so do I! It’s delicious!

      Reply
    3. T says

      August 06, 2022 at 1:22 pm

      5 stars
      This is one of my favorite breakfasts. I always have the ingredients on hand and it’s so easy to make. Plus super good!

      Reply
    4. Carol says

      June 14, 2022 at 11:27 am

      Hi – first I want to say that I tried this last night and had it for breakfast this morning! It was very good! I only put one TBSP of peanut butter in, an effort to cut a few calories.
      However, when I calculated the calories based upon following the recipe and only using the 1 TBSP of natural peanut butter, the calories added up to 644 calories.
      • 1/2 cup rolled oats (150 calories)
      • 1 teaspoon chia seeds (138 calories)
      • 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter (I used one = 96 calories)
      • 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (2 calories)
      • 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk (223 calories)
      • 1-2 teaspoons pure maple syrup (35 calories)
      Am I missing something?

      Reply
      • Tammy Overhoff says

        June 17, 2022 at 5:11 am

        Hi Carol,

        Your calories are off for the chia seeds and coconut milk. 1 teaspoon of chia seeds is only 18 calories. A serving of chia seeds is 3 tablespoons at 150 calories. and 1/2 cup of unsweetened coconut milk (I use the so delicious brand) is 35 calories. Hope that helps.

        Reply
    5. Lisa says

      June 08, 2022 at 12:36 pm

      Can almond milk be used as a substitute? I don’t have coconut milk

      Reply
      • Tammy Overhoff says

        June 09, 2022 at 10:52 am

        Yes you can certainly use almond milk.

        Reply
    6. Carmen says

      April 30, 2022 at 7:03 pm

      434 calories for 1?

      Reply
    7. Aleah Karr says

      June 13, 2020 at 2:03 pm

      Looks amazing and I love peanut butter EVERYTHING, could I possibly use PB2 in the place of the peanut butter to reduce fat content?

      Reply
      • Tammy Kresge says

        July 02, 2020 at 6:34 am

        Yes for sure! I’ve used PB2 in many overnight oat recipes.

        Reply

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