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A hand holding a spoon digging into a jar of creamy overnight oats.

Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

A simple make-ahead breakfast of rolled oats, chia seeds, and peanut butter soaked in milk overnight for a creamy, ready-to-eat morning meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 1 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats 45g
  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter 16g
  • 1 teaspoon chia seeds 5g
  • 1/2 cup milk plus more for serving, 120ml
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey optional
  • Optional toppings: sliced banana fresh berries, chopped nuts

Instructions
 

  • In a jar or container with a lid, add the rolled oats and chia seeds.
  • Add the peanut butter, milk, and optional maple syrup or honey.
  • Stir everything together very well until the peanut butter is mostly mixed in. Some small clumps are fine.
  • Secure the lid on the container.
  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  • Before serving, stir the oats. If they seem too thick, add another splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.
  • Add your favorite toppings, like banana slices or berries, before enjoying.

Notes

The oats will be thick in the morning. A splash of milk helps loosen them to a spoonable texture.
For a smoother texture, stir the peanut butter with a little of the milk first before adding the rest of the ingredients.
Feel free to double or triple the recipe in separate containers for a few days of grab-and-go breakfasts.
Keyword breakfast, make-ahead, oats, peanut butter, peanut butter overnight oats