Peanut Butter Cup Protein Overnight Oats
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4.1
Peanut Butter Cup Protein Overnight Oats
Description
The Peanut Butter Cup Protein Overnight Oats start with combining rolled oats and chocolate protein powder in almond milk, lightly sweetened with vanilla extract and seasoned with a pinch of sea salt. Half of the peanut butter is mixed into the base before chilling overnight to soften and meld flavors. In the morning, the oats are stirred to re-incorporate ingredients, then topped with chocolate chips and the remaining peanut butter. This method yields creamy oats with a rich peanut butter and chocolate flavor reminiscent of the classic candy.
The texture is smooth and thick thanks to the soaking process, with chocolate chips adding bursts of sweetness and soft peanut butter dollops enhancing richness. The recipe allows for variations like swapping nut butters or using different protein powders to fit individual preferences.
This make-ahead breakfast is easy to prepare and convenient for busy mornings, providing a balanced mix of carbs, protein, and fats that is both satisfying and indulgent.
Using Lily's dark chocolate chips or chopped peanut butter cups elevates the flavor closer to the inspiration. The recipe also supports substitutions with different nut butters or protein powders if desired.
Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats old fashioned
- 1 coop chocolate protein powder
- 1 cup almond milk or other milk, unsweetened vanilla
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of sea salt
- 1 Tablespoon chocolate chips I use Lily's dark chocolate chips*
- 1-2 Tablespoons peanut butter divided
Instructions
- Add oats, protein powder, milk, vanilla, sea salt and ½ Tablespoon of peanut butter to a bowl or jar. Stir or shake well to combine.
- Seal container with a lid and place in the fridge overnight.
- In the morning, remove bowl or jar from the fridge and stir/shake the mixture.
- Top oats with chocolate chips and remaining peanut butter for serving.
Notes
- Use dark chocolate chips like Lily's or chopped peanut butter cups for richer flavor.
- Peanut butter is recommended to preserve the peanut butter cup-inspired taste, but other nut butters can be substituted.
- Chocolate protein powder works well, though peanut butter protein powder can also be used.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 499 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1bowl | |
| Calories | 499kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 49g | 16% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Sodium | 239mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.1
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