High-Protein Peanut Butter Overnight Oats (Printable Version)

Creamy peanut butter oats with protein boost, ready overnight for grab-and-go breakfast.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - ¾ cup unsweetened milk of choice (dairy, soy, or pea milk)
03 - ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt or high-protein non-dairy yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter, smooth or crunchy
05 - 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder, whey or plant-based
06 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup, to taste
07 - ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of fine sea salt
09 - 1 to 2 tablespoons water or extra milk for consistency adjustment

→ Optional Add-Ins

10 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed
11 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
12 - 2 to 3 tablespoons diced banana, berries, or apple
13 - 1 tablespoon mini dark chocolate chips or cacao nibs
14 - 1 tablespoon chopped roasted peanuts

→ Toppings

15 - 1 tablespoon peanut butter or reconstituted powdered peanut butter
16 - Fresh fruit such as banana slices, strawberries, or blueberries
17 - Dollop of Greek yogurt
18 - Toasted nuts or seeds including peanuts, almonds, or pumpkin seeds
19 - Drizzle of honey or maple syrup
20 - Pinch of flaky sea salt

# Directions:

01 - Select a clean jar or container with a tight-fitting lid, 12 to 14 ounces capacity.
02 - Add rolled oats to the jar. Stir in chia seeds, flaxseed, cinnamon, and protein powder if using. Add a pinch of salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and honey or maple syrup until smooth. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons water or extra milk if the mixture is too thick.
04 - Pour the peanut butter mixture over the oats and dry ingredients. Stir very thoroughly, ensuring there are no dry pockets throughout.
05 - If the mixture is very thick, add a splash more milk and stir again until well combined.
06 - Stir in sturdy fruits or chocolate chips now if using. Reserve delicate fruits for just before serving.
07 - Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight for 8 to 12 hours.
08 - In the morning, stir well and check the consistency. Add a bit more milk if desired.
09 - Top with a spoonful of peanut butter, fresh fruit, yogurt, nuts or seeds, and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
10 - Enjoy straight from the jar or transfer to a bowl. Refrigerated leftovers keep for up to 2 days; add fresh fruit just before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You wake up to breakfast that's already made, thick and creamy and ridiculously satisfying.
  • The protein keeps you full for hours, no mid-morning crash or snack cabinet raids.
  • It's endlessly customizable, so you can change up toppings and never get bored.
  • One jar, zero cooking, and you can eat it straight from the container or on the go.
02 -
  • Stir thoroughly when you first mix it, or you'll find a dry oat cake at the bottom in the morning.
  • Add a splash more liquid than you think you need because the oats soak up way more than expected overnight.
  • Use a jar with a wide mouth so you can actually stir and scoop without making a mess.
  • If your protein powder tends to clump, whisk it with the milk first before adding the peanut butter.
03 -
  • Use a jar with measurement markings on the side so you can eyeball your liquid ratios without dirtying a measuring cup.
  • Warm your peanut butter for a few seconds in the microwave before whisking it in, it blends way smoother and you won't get stubborn clumps.
  • If you're not a morning person, prep your toppings the night before in a small container and just dump them on when you wake up.
  • For an extra protein boost without changing the flavor, stir in a tablespoon of collagen powder along with your protein powder.
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