Peanut Butter Overnight Oats (5 Ingredients!)
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4.9
Peanut Butter Overnight Oats (5 Ingredients!)
Description
This recipe mixes almond milk with chia seeds, peanut butter, and maple syrup before stirring in gluten-free rolled oats. The mixture is pressed down to ensure the oats are fully immersed and refrigerated overnight, during which the oats soften and the flavors meld. The peanut butter swirls offer small bursts of richness.
The oats can be eaten cold or warmed briefly before serving, with optional fruit or seeds for added texture and freshness. This preparation delivers a portable and convenient breakfast or snack that requires no morning cooking.
Ingredient substitutions for sweetener and nut butter are possible to adjust flavor and dietary preferences. The recipe is adapted from a known source, and nutrition estimates vary based on added toppings and milk choice.
Ingredients
OATS
- 1/2 cup almond milk or sub other dairy-free milks, such as coconut, soy, or hemp!, unsweetened plain
- 3/4 Tbsp chia seeds
- 2 Tbsp peanut butter creamy or crunchy // or sub other nut or seed butter, natural, salted or almond butter
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup (or sub coconut sugar, organic brown sugar, or stevia to taste)
- 1/2 cup gluten-free rolled oats (rolled oats are best, vs. steel cut or quick cooking)
TOPPINGS optional
- banana sliced
- strawberries
- raspberries
- flaxseed meal or additional chia seeds
- granola
Instructions
- To a mason jar or small bowl with a lid, add almond milk, chia seeds, peanut butter, and maple syrup (or other sweetener) and stir with a spoon to combine. The peanut butter doesn't need to be completely mixed with the almond milk (doing so leaves swirls of peanut butter to enjoy the next day).
- Add oats and stir a few more times. Then press down with a spoon to ensure all oats have been moistened and are immersed in almond milk.
- Cover securely with a lid or seal and set in the refrigerator overnight (or for at least 6 hours) to set/soak.
- The next day, open and enjoy as is or garnish with desired toppings (see options above). See more flavor/topping suggestions in the blog post above!OPTIONAL: You can also heat your oats in the microwave for 45-60 seconds (just ensure there's enough room at the top of your jar to allow for expansion and prevent overflow), or transfer oats to a saucepan and heat over medium heat until warmed through. Add more liquid as needed if oats get too thick/dry.
- Overnight oats will keep in the refrigerator for 2-3 days, though best within the first 12-24 hours in our experience. Not freezer friendly.
Notes
- Preparation includes soaking the oats overnight or for at least 6 hours for optimal texture.
- Optional servings can be heated briefly in the microwave or on stovetop if a warm oatmeal is preferred.
- Ingredient substitutions are possible for nut butters and sweeteners to suit dietary needs or tastes.
- Nutrition estimates may vary depending on toppings and type of almond milk used.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 452 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 452 | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 51.7g | 17% |
| Protein | 14.6g | 29% |
| Fat | 22.8g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1g | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.04g | 41% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10.19g | 51% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 229mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 479mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 8.3g | 33% |
| Sugar | 15.8g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 253IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0.12mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 341mg | 34% |
| Iron | 3.95mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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