Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats Recipe
A creamy, nutritious, and easy-to-make Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats recipe perfect for a quick breakfast. Combining the richness of peanut butter and the deep flavor of cocoa powder, these oats soak overnight for a convenient, no-cook meal that’s ready when you are.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6-8 hours (including refrigeration time)
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned rolled oats preferred)
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (Dutch-processed recommended)
Wet Ingredients
- 2 cups milk or milk alternative (whole milk, almond milk, or oat milk)
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter (natural, creamy preferred)
Sweetener
- 1–2 tablespoons sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or sugar), adjust to taste
Instructions
- Measure and Combine Dry Ingredients: Measure 1 cup of rolled oats into a mixing bowl or a wide-mouth jar. Add 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder and your preferred amount of 1-2 tablespoons sweetener. Mix these dry ingredients together to evenly distribute the cocoa and sweetener.
- Add Peanut Butter: Spoon 2 tablespoons of creamy natural peanut butter into the jar or bowl. If the peanut butter is too stiff to mix easily, warm it slightly to soften it for better integration with the oats.
- Incorporate Milk: Pour 2 cups of your chosen milk or milk alternative over the oat mixture. Stir thoroughly until the oats, cocoa powder, peanut butter, and sweetener are evenly combined. This ensures a consistent flavor and creamy texture throughout.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the container and place it in the refrigerator for 6–8 hours or overnight. This soaking process softens the oats and allows the flavors to meld together, creating a deliciously creamy texture.
- Stir and Serve: In the morning, remove the oats from the refrigerator and give them a good stir to redistribute any settled ingredients. You can enjoy the oats cold directly from the jar or warm them gently in the microwave for 20–30 seconds if desired.
- Adjust Consistency if Needed: If the oats are too thick, add a splash of milk or a spoonful of oats to reach your preferred consistency. Stir well before serving for the perfect texture.
Notes
- Use old-fashioned rolled oats for optimal texture; instant oats may result in mushier overnight oats.
- Natural peanut butter provides the best flavor and texture; avoid using peanut butter with added sugars or oils for a healthier option.
- Adjust the sweetener quantity to suit your taste preference or dietary needs.
- Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, but best enjoyed fresh.
- For a vegan option, use plant-based milk and a vegan sweetener such as maple syrup or agave nectar.
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