If you’re new to this idea, overnight oats are simply rolled oats that have been soaked overnight (or just for a few hours) in liquid to help them soften up. The next morning, the oats are ready to eat straight from the fridge, with no cooking required. They make a convenient breakfast for people who need a fast, affordable option, and they taste amazing!
Ingredients You’ll Need
Use non-dairy milk to keep this recipe dairy-free and vegan, or use cow’s milk if you prefer. In that case, you can also add a spoonful of Greek yogurt for extra protein, too. The addition of ground flax seed helps make this breakfast more filling, but you can swap it for a tablespoon of chia seeds for added texture. You can also swap the peanut butter for any other nut butter, like almond butter or cashew butter. Use sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option. Since this recipe is easy to customize, feel free to add in extra flavor, like a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla extract, or use a different sweetener, like honey. You can even stir in a few mini chocolate chips for a batch of peanut butter chocolate overnight oats. (Like a peanut butter cup!)
How to Make Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
In a 12-ounce or larger mason jar, combine the oats, peanut butter, ground flax seed, maple syrup, and milk of choice (I use almond milk). Stir well to combine, making sure the oats are submerged in the liquid. Secure the lid on the jar and store the oats in the fridge overnight. They will soften over time and will be ready to eat the next morning. When you’re ready to eat, remove the jar from the refrigerator and add an extra splash of water or milk to loosen the texture, if you’d like. Add an extra drizzle of peanut butter, if desired, and serve with fresh berries or sliced banana on top. You can make overnight oats up to 3-4 days in advance, so feel free to double or triple the recipe if you want to have several days of breakfast ready to eat. Looking for more overnight oats recipes? For a chocolate flavor try Chocolate Overnight Oats made with cacao powder, or Banana Overnight Oats for a banana bread flavor. If you try this Peanut Butter Overnight Oats recipe, please leave a comment and star rating below letting me know how you like them.
