Everything you need to know about peanut butter and jelly overnight oats awaits. With layers of peanut butter, jelly, oats, and chia seeds, this make ahead breakfast does not disappoint.
Peanut butter and jelly overnight oats
Peanuttttttt, peanut butter and jelly!! Anyone else know that song??
Any whooo, for all you peanut butter and jelly lovers, this overnight oats recipe is for you. What’s better than a classic peanut butter and jelly… (insert these peanut butter and jelly overnight oats here) lol! These creamy overnight oats may be the top favorite oat recipe yet.
Definitely keep reading to find out why you’ll love them so much!
Why you’ll peanut butter and jelly overnight oats
In the cold winter months, a warm bowl of oatmeal is always so comforting. But what about when the warmer temps roll around and you still want to enjoy oatmeal? And who wants to sweat while they eat breakfast? LOL. That’s where overnight oats come into play!
- They make the best meal prep breakfast.
- Overnight oats are a nutritious breakfast choice but also a sweet treat.
- This recipe is loaded with peanut butter and jelly. Duh!
- Overnight oatmeal is very easy to make with just 5 minutes of preparation time.
- This recipe has added peanuts for a nice added crunch!
Peanut butter and jelly oats ingredients
Here are the ingredients we are working with:
Oats. The main and most obvious ingredient. We will using 1/2 cup of oats. Feel free to use quick oats, whole rolled oats, or gluten free oats.
Milk. For creamy goodness, we will be using 2/3 cup of milk. You can also use almond milk, oat milk, or any dairy free milk of choice.
Chia seeds. A great addition to these peanut butter and jelly oats are chia seeds. These little nutritious seeds add so much texture and enhance the nutritional profile.
Salted peanuts. Mmm salted, crunchy peanuts. Such a great addition! If you’re using chunky peanut butter you can omit the peanuts (or keep them in for extra crunch and peanut butter flavor!)
Honey. Just a teaspoon of honey to sweeten things up!
Peanut butter. Natural creamy peanut butter works best in this recipe. Most peanut butter brands tend to have added sugar so make sure you use a natural kind otherwise these oats will be very sweet. Also, give your peanut butter a good stir because natural nut butter can be very oily.
Jelly. Last but certainly not least we have jelly. For this recipe you can use grape, strawberry, or raspberry jelly. Same goes for the jelly, try to use an all natural kind with no added preservatives.
Overnight oats ratio
There are few ratios that work really well when it comes to making overnight oats. We don’t want soggy oats, oats that are with too mushy, or oats that are too dry. Below you’ll find two combinations that turn out great every time.
Here are a few oats to milk ratios that work the best:
- 1/2 cup oats + 1 tbsp chia seeds + 3/4 cups liquid
OR
- 1/2 cup of oats + 2/3 cup liquid
Another item to note is that you’ll want to stick with milk for the liquid. Please don’t use water! Cows milk, almond milk, or any dairy free milk of choice will result in creamy oats.
What’s so great about oats?
Oats themselves are a very wholesome whole grain, loaded with fiber, nutrients and vitamins. Since they are loaded with fiber they will keep you feeling full for longer. Here are some other oatmeal benefits.
- Due to the fiber, oatmeal will keep you full all morning long!
- Oats are minimally processed.
- They are rich in antioxidants.
- Oatmeal is great source of complex carbs
- They have 6 grams of protein per 1/2 cup.
How to make
One of the great things about these peanut butter and jelly oats is that they are so quick to make. With just 5 minutes of prep, and bit of chilling time you will have yourself some yummy overnight oats.
STEP 1
Firstly, grab a mason jar with a lid or a small storage container. Either option works well!
STEP 2
Secondly, add all the ingredients in the jar. Mix until all the ingredients together until they are combined really well.
STEP 3
Put the lid on the mason jar and store them in the fridge overnight (or for 4-6 hours).
STEP 4
Enjoy them in the morning (add an extra drizzle of peanut butter on top if you please!)
Frequently asked questions
How long do overnight oats take?
Overnight oats only take about 5 minutes to prepare. But the longest part is the chilling time. Since the oats need to soak in liquid, they need at least 4-6 hours to reach the right consistency.
What are overnight oats?
Overnight oats are essentially the same thing as oatmeal. The main difference is that they are made by soaking oats overnight in liquid. This is a super easy, non-cook method! Overnight oats are then served chilled as an easy breakfast or grab and go snack.
Are overnight oats good?
Yes they are very tasty! If you’re an oatmeal lover, you have to give them a try. They are creamy, loaded with nutrients, and are so versatile.
What’s the best way to eat peanut butter jelly oatmeal?
Straight from jar! Lol seriously. Grab a spoon and dig in! If you’re a crazy peanut butter lover, add more peanut butter on top. Trust me, you won’t regret it.
Substitutes and notes
Since these pb and jelly overnight oats are so versatile, there are many substitutes you can make.
Milk. Feel free to use any milk you prefer. Just note that different types of milk have varied creaminess.
Peanut butter. Are you a creamy or chunky lover?? Either kind works really well.
Omit the peanuts. If you don’t have any peanuts on hand, simply omit them. These peanut butter overnight oats will still taste delicious, they just won’t have the crunchiness factor.
More overnight oats recipes to try
Blueberry Vanilla Overnight Oats
Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Strawberries and Cream Overnight Oats
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Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats (easy breakfast)
Ingredients
- ½ cup oats
- ⅔ cup milk
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp salted peanuts
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 tbsp jelly
- 1 tsp honey
Instructions
- Grab a mason jar with a lid or a small storage container. Either option works well!
- Add all the ingredients in the jar. Mix until all the ingredients together until they are combined really well.
- Put the lid on the mason jar and store them in the fridge overnight (or for 4-6 hours).
- Enjoy them in the morning (add an extra drizzle of peanut butter on top if you please!)
There is no food more nostalgic than a good ole’ fashioned PB&J. This amazing breakfast treat packs all the same punch. Great way to start my day. I’ve been making these every week. Not too sweet and satisfies my morning hunger after a workout!
Thanks, Michael! So glad you love the pb&j oats!