Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats (Printable)

Rich chocolate and peanut butter combine in creamy overnight oats for a satisfying breakfast ready when you wake up.

# What you'll need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
04 - 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
05 - 2 tbsp chia seeds

→ Sweetener

06 - 1-2 tbsp maple syrup or honey, to taste

→ Flavor & Nut Butter

07 - 3 tbsp creamy peanut butter
08 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

→ Toppings

09 - 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips
10 - 2 tbsp chopped roasted peanuts
11 - Sliced banana or strawberries

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine oats, milk, yogurt, cocoa powder, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, peanut butter, and vanilla extract.
02 - Stir until completely blended and peanut butter is evenly incorporated throughout the mixture.
03 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 6-8 hours, allowing oats and chia seeds to soften and thicken properly.
04 - In the morning, stir again. If too thick, add a splash of milk to reach desired consistency.
05 - Top with chocolate chips, chopped peanuts, and fresh fruit if desired. Serve chilled.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Tastes like eating a peanut butter cup for breakfast but actually fuels you properly
  • Prep time is literally 5 minutes the night before, which is a lifesaver on busy mornings
02 -
  • The chia seeds are not optional if you want that thick, pudding-like texture everyone loves about overnight oats
  • Room temperature peanut butter mixes in much easier than cold straight from the fridge
03 -
  • Warm the peanut butter in the microwave for 15 seconds before adding it to make mixing effortless
  • Stir the mixture again before going to bed to prevent any ingredients from settling at the bottom

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