Creamy Peanut Butter Overnight Oats are the perfect easy make-ahead breakfast recipe. Throw them in a jar and take them on the go! Made vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, and requiring only 5 minutes of prep time.
Peanut butter oats make breakfast 10x better
Prepping breakfast ahead of time is one of my favorite things in the world, because then I get to wake up in the morning and breakfast is already made for me.
Plus, it's way easier to eat healthy that way. Setting yourself up for a successful day of eating starts with making a nutritious choice for breakfast, and I find that prepping my meals is the key to doing so.
And that's why this overnight oats recipe is one of my favorites. Where many breakfasts get stale or icky by day 3 or 4, overnight oats last for up to 5 days, so they're perfect for prepping for the entire week ahead. And you don't have to get sick of them, because you can switch up the toppings every day in order to keep things exciting! Plus they have a super thick texture!
On most days I like to top these creamy peanut butter overnight oats with banana slices. And if you follow my recipe to a T, your oats will also have creamy peanut butter swirls. Yep, swirls and stirs of creamy, salty, peanut butter. Yum.
A healthier breakfast option
Creamy peanut butter overnight oats are a wonderful breakfast option for more than just their great taste. These oats are made with a handful of healthy ingredients like almond milk, peanut butter, chia seeds, maple syrup (a fabulous all natural sweetener) and rolled oats.
That being said, they're loaded with protein, healthy fats, fiber, and complex carbs. These oats have all of the main macros and are a great option for feeling full and satisfied all morning. So much deliciousness.
Ingredients in creamy peanut butter overnight oats
Only 6 main ingredients are needed to form the main part of this recipe, then just add whichever toppings you'd like. We'll start with rolled oats and chia seeds before adding our liquid, sweetener, and of course, our peanut butter!
- Rolled oats: First up, we'll be using rolled oats as the base. We will use 1 cup. If preferred, use a certified gluten-free type and you can use quick-cooking oats if you are in a pinch!
- Chia seeds: Chia seeds help to thicken up this recipe while also providing lots of healthy nutrients. 1.5 tablespoon will be plenty - they go a long way!
- Almond milk: For the liquid, grab 1 cup of almond milk.
- Maple syrup: As an all-natural sweetener, maple syrup wins every time. It's perfect for these oats in the amount of 2 tbsp. Feel free to swap honey for maple syrup!
- Natural peanut butter: We'll obviously be using peanut butter in these creamy pb oats! Use 3 tablespoon for the best flavor. To make these nut free, use sunflower seed butter.
- Sea salt: Finally, add a pinch of sea salt for flavor.
Note: Add an extra splash of almond milk before eating for creamier oats or heat them up in the microwave if you prefer warmer oats!
Tools needed to make peanut butter oatmeal
There are only a couple of things you'll need for this recipe, since there is zero cooking or baking involved. Just grab a mixing bowl, fork, measuring cups, and the containers you'll be using for storage!
- Large mixing bowl
- Fork to whisk
- Mason jars or other containers
- Measuring cups: ½ tbsp, 1 tbsp, and 1 cup
How to make overnight oats
Overnight oats are one of those recipes where you just do a few things to prep, and then the dish essentially prepares itself. For this oatmeal recipe just do a bit of mixing, place in the fridge, and wait!
To begin, mix the oats, almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and salt in a bowl.
Using a fork, lightly whisk in the peanut butter. I like to leave some peanut butter swirls, so I don't blend all the way.
Finally, pour the mix into mason jars or container to store.
Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours. My recommendation is to let them sit for at least 8-10, which is why I call them overnight oats!
Refresh with a splash of almond milk before eating, and enjoy!
Peanut butter overnight oats recipe topping ideas
There are so many fun ways to take overnight oats up a notch with fun toppings.
Some of my favorites include bananas, blueberries, chia seeds, coconut flakes, nuts, and a drizzle of nut butter. I also like to layer these overnight oats on top of greek yogurt and drizzle honey on top.
You can also add dried berries, a maple syrup drizzle, granola, sprinkles, or even cocoa powder!
How long does it take to make overnight oatmeal?
The best part about creamy peanut butter overnight oats is that they only take 5 minutes to make. Seriously, just 5. Mix and toss the oats into their containers, and you have a meal (or meals) prepped and ready to go!
You can meal prep these ahead of time and keep them in your fridge for up to one week. It's a great option for those who like to prep the week's food ahead of time!
What's the best way to eat peanut butter overnight oats?
I love to eat my pb overnight oats right out of the jar! They hold up really well, keep a great consistency, and are like a blank canvas for toppings.
I like to top mine with slices of banana, blueberries, granola, chocolate chips, strawberries, and nut butter, but the options truly are endless!
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More recipes to indulge your sweet tooth
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Creamy Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Ingredients
Method
- In a bowl, mix oats, almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and salt.
- With a fork, lightly whisk in the peanut butter. I like to leave some peanut butter swirls not fully blended.
- Pour into mason jars or containers to store.
- Cover and place in fridge for at least 4 hours. My recommendation is to leave them in for 8-10 hours
- Refresh with splash of almond milk before eating.
- Add banana, berries, chia seeds, coconut flakes, or a drizzle of nut butter for added yum
Nutrition
Notes
- Don't Fully Blend In the Peanut Butter: Use a fork to lightly whisk it in rather than stirring it all the way through. Leaving beautiful swirls and pockets of peanut butter throughout the oats is honestly the best part of this whole recipe!
- Give Them a Full 8-10 Hours: While 4 hours technically works, letting the oats soak overnight is where the magic really happens. The oats and chia seeds absorb all the liquid and transform into a thick, creamy texture that a few hours just can't achieve.
- Add a Splash of Almond Milk in the Morning: The oats will have absorbed a lot of liquid overnight, so give them a splash of almond milk and a good stir before eating. This loosens everything up and gets them back to that perfectly creamy consistency.
Angela says
I love these! I add cinnamon and unsweetened coconut.
Erin says
Hi Angela, so happy you loved it and great additions!! 🙂
Peggy says
These are so good! I added cinnamon and vanilla extract and topped them in the morning with a handful of blueberries. This is my new go to breakfast! Love how quick the prep is!
Erin says
Hi Peggy, so happy you loved it!!
Shaun Luberski says
I made this this week and LOVED it. Such a great breakfast meal prep!!
Erin says
Hi Shaun, so glad you loved it!! 🙂
Lyne says
My very athletic teenage son is always looking for a simple breakfast with protein. This is a delicious option for him. He adds fruit and ... voilà, breakfast is served!! Thank you!
Erin says
Hi Lyne, so happy your son loves them! Thanks for sharing!
Hannah says
Best oats I’ve made so far!
Erin says
Hi Hannah, so happy you loved them! 🙂
Danielle says
My favorite go-to overnight oats! Husband approved too! Soo good with some sliced banana and cinnamon on top. Sometimes I add chocolate chips, blueberries, and toasted pecans too. Thank you Erin!!
Erin says
Hi Danielle, I am so glad you loved it and great additions!!
Delia says
Love this recipe! So easy, fast and delicious! I added pieces of banana to it and they were amazing! Making them every week now ☺️
Erin says
Hi Delia, so glad you loved the oats and great addition!!
Hannah says
These are so easy and so good! I added a dash of cinnamon and a scoop of vanilla protein powder to the mix too. Great texture! Ate the next morning with some yogurt and bananas. Yum!
Erin says
Hi Hannah, so glad you loved the oats and great additions!!
Laura says
I love this recipe, i can’t have regular same day oatmeal now, this is so tasty and full proof. I have the recipe memorized I make it was much
Erin says
Hi Laura, so happy you love the overnight oats! 🙂
Ashley says
These are super good! I don't always like overnight oats because of the texture, but I really love this recipe! I have been on a pumpkin kick so I recently replaced the peanut butter with pumpkin purée. I also never have maple syrup so I used honey instead. So yummy!
Erin says
Hi Ashley, so happy you loved the oats and made them your own!
Danielle says
These are amazing!!! Thank you Erin!
Erin says
Hi Danielle, so glad you loved the oats!
Meghan says
Love this recipe! I've been meal prepping it for breakfast everyday. I've been swapping pbfit for regular peanut butter for a lower calorie substitute and it's been great! Quick and easy to make!
Erin says
Hi Meghan, so happy you loved them so much!
Caroline says
The best and easiest overnight oats recipe! I’ve been batch making these on Sunday nights for the week and they are the best. I add a scoop of collagen to each one for some extra protein and they keep me full forever!! Such a great staple recipe
Erin says
Hi Caroline, so happy you loved it so much! 🙂
Megan MacTurk says
So delicious and EASY! What else could you want in a breakfast!
Erin says
Hi Megan, so glad you enjoyed them!!
Alexis says
So easy and yummy. Love having breakfast ready and waiting for me!
Erin says
Hi Alexis, yes it is perfect!!
Emily says
These taste delicious and they are so easy to make! Love that they keep me filled in the morning
Erin says
Hi Emily, so happy you loved them! 🙂
Serena Marzario says
This recipe is great!! It ALWAYS turns out perfectly. I highly recommend it!!!
Erin says
Hi Serena, so glad you loved the oats!!
Melissa C says
This was so easy and delicious! I make a batch weekly.
Erin says
Hi Melissa, so happy you loved them!
Jazmyne says
SO good!! I add bananas to the mixture and top with chocolate chips, very filling and ive been making this weekly now.
Erin says
Hi Jazmyne, so happy you loved it!! 🙂
Chelsea says
All the rest of the reviews are right! Best overnight oats I’ve ever made, will be my go to from now on!
Erin says
Hi Chelsea, so happy you loved them!!
Megan says
Make these at least twice a week! Taste great and so easy for busy mornings. I normally add cinnamon and vanilla extract and then some granola and fresh fruit in the morning!
Erin says
Hi Megan, so glad you loved the oats!!