Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats (Printable Version)
Creamy oats infused with chocolate and peanut butter for a satisfying breakfast or snack.
# What You Need:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or any plant-based alternative)
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
05 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
→ Sweetener
06 - 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, to taste
→ Flavor & Nut Butter
07 - 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
08 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Toppings
09 - 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
10 - 2 tablespoons chopped roasted peanuts
11 - Sliced banana or strawberries
# How to Make It:
01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine oats, milk, Greek yogurt, cocoa powder, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, peanut butter, and vanilla extract.
02 - Stir thoroughly until well mixed and peanut butter is evenly incorporated throughout the mixture.
03 - Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6-8 hours, to allow oats and chia seeds to soften and thicken properly.
04 - In the morning, stir again. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.
05 - Top with chocolate chips, chopped peanuts, and fresh fruit if desired. Serve chilled.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Its like having dessert for breakfast but with enough protein to keep you full until lunch actually happens
- The texture develops into this incredibly creamy pudding-like consistency that feels way more indulgent than it has any right to be
02 -
- Spatulas work better than spoons for getting that last bit of peanut butter out of the jar
- The texture improves on day two so making a double batch is honestly the smartest move
03 -
- Mix the peanut butter with a little warm milk before adding it to the oats so it incorporates without leaving those annoying little chunks
- Put the chia seeds in first and let them sit for about five minutes before adding everything else so they do not clump together