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Creamy Peanut Butter Overnight Oats Recipe to Try

Peanut Butter Overnight Oats Recipe

A quick and creamy make-ahead breakfast combining peanut butter, oats, and chia seeds. Perfect for busy mornings, it sets in the fridge overnight for a delicious, ready-to-eat meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 635

Ingredients
  

  • 50 g rolled oats porridge oats
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 120 ml whole milk or oat milk for a lovely creamy result
  • 75 g thick Greek yoghurt full-fat gives the best texture
  • 2 tbsp smooth natural peanut butter
  • 1 tbsp pure maple syrup or to taste
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • A small pinch of fine sea salt
For Topping (Optional)
  • 1 tsp raspberry or strawberry jam
  • A few roasted peanuts roughly chopped
  • A few slices of fresh banana

Method
 

  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In your jar or bowl, add the 50g of rolled oats, 1 tbsp of chia seeds, and the pinch of sea salt. Give them a quick stir to combine.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients: To the same jar, add the 120ml milk, 75g Greek yoghurt, 2 tbsp peanut butter, 1 tbsp maple syrup, and ½ tsp vanilla extract.
  3. Mix Thoroughly: This is the most important step. Use a fork or a small whisk to stir everything together vigorously for about a minute. I find that a fork is best for breaking up any clumps of peanut butter and ensuring it's evenly distributed throughout the mixture. Scrape down the sides of the jar as you go.
  4. Check Consistency: The mixture should be well-combined, thick, and relatively smooth. It will seem a little more liquid than you might expect, but it will thicken considerably in the fridge.
  5. Seal and Chill: Secure the lid on your jar or cover your bowl tightly. Place it in the fridge to set for at least 4 hours, though leaving it overnight yields the best texture.
  6. Serve: The next morning, open the jar and give the oats a good stir. If the mixture is thicker than you'd like, stir in an extra splash of milk to loosen it to your desired consistency.
  7. Add Toppings: Top your peanut butter oats with a dollop of jam, a sprinkle of chopped peanuts, and some fresh banana slices before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For a vegan version, substitute whole milk with oat milk and use a plant-based yogurt.