Peanut butter overnight oats are creamy, nutty, hearty, and perfect for a quick breakfast. Prep these peanut butter oats the night before and have a tasty breakfast all week long.

Peanut butter overnight oats inside of a shallow blue bowl with a gold spoon

Why you should make these peanut butter overnight oats?

Extremely easy meal prep! These overnight oats come together in one large bowl. Simply dump all the ingredients in, stir together and divide into air tight containers.

On the go Breakfast: If you usually have breakfast on the go or need something quick to get your morning going, these peanut butter overnight oats are a great option for something nutritious and tasty.

Customizable: I love pairing these oats with bananas but feel free to add in any berry (blueberry, raspberry, strawberry) for a pb & j flavor profile or try a nut for some added crunch.

You can easily swap in any of your favorite nut milks, oat milk or regular milk.

Perfect for peanut butter lovers: If peanut butter is your favorite, then you will devour these. The rich, creamy taste of peanut butter is laced within every bite.

Can easily be turned into a dessert: with a little chocolate sauce or Nutella, these quickly go from breakfast on the go to a luxurious night time treat.

almond milk, banana, oats, peanut butter, chia seeds, cinnamon, maple syrup

Ingredients for Peanut Butter Overnight Oats:

Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
Almond Milk
Chia Seeds
Creamy Peanut Butter
Cinnamon
Maple Syrup
Bananas

step by step process on how to mix together overnight oats

How to make Peanut Butter Overnight Oats:

Make the oat mixture: add old-fashioned rolled oats, almond milk, chia seeds, peanut butter, cinnamon, maple syrup and banana to a mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.
Transfer and store: Transfer mixture to 2-4 mason jars or to a container with a tight fitting lid. Let sit overnight or for at least 4 hours.
Top and enjoy: when read to enjoy, top with more bananas, peanut butter, maple syrup (if desired) and granola for extra crunch!

Overnight Oats with banana

I absolutely love these peanut butter overnight oats with banana. I love snacking on a banana with peanut butter so the combo was heavenly for me. I also think the banana aids to the overall texture of the overnight oats and makes them extremely creamy and silky.

yellow mug with tea, overnight oats in shallow blue bowl, chia seeds, maple syrup, and bananas

Overnight Oats FAQ

How long do overnight oats need to soak for? If we want to get technical…overnight oats actually don’t have to soak overnight, but I do recommend at least 4 hours. This gives the oats enough time to soak up some of the liquid and soften to a tender, chewy consistency. The texture is best on days 1-3 but you can eat them after a couple of hours!

Can you eat the oats hot? Yes, totally. I’m weird and love them cold (plus they are easier out of the fridge) but you could heat them in the microwave for a bit until you’ve reached your desired consistency.

Best Jars for Overnight Oats : I love these weck jars or these.

maple syrup being poured onto the top of the overnight oats

Other recipes to try with oats:

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