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Peanut Butter Overnight Oats (Easy Breakfast)

caitlinbrae — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:55:46 +0000

Peanut butter lovers these peanut butter overnight oats are for you! With just 6 ingredients, 5 minutes of preparation, and overnight chilling time in the fridge, you’ll have yourself an easy meal prep breakfast.

Peanut butter overnight oats

You will love these overnight oats that are loaded with peanut butter, oats, peanuts and a few other ingredients you probably have on hand. You can’t go wrong with overnight oats for breakfast as they will leave you feeling fueled and full until lunch time.

What’s great about these oats is that they are great for everyone! Make a couple of servings on Sunday night and you’ll have breakfast for your family for the week. Another great thing about oatmeal and peanut butter is that it’s so versatile. This recipe can be scaled up or enjoyed as is! Definitely keep reading to find out why you’ll love these oats so much.

Why you’ll love peanut butter overnight oats

Here’s why you’ll love these oats:

Oats make the best meal prep breakfast.

These oats are loaded with peanut butter for all my peanut butter lovers!

They take just 5 minutes of preparation time.

These oats are made in one jar for minimal mess and clean up.

They are packed with whole grains, carbs and healthy fats.

Additionally, try these peanut butter and jelly overnight oats.

Ingredients in peanut butter overnight oats

With just 6 simple ingredients you can whip up this peanut butter oatmeal. Let’s take a minute to break down all the ingredients.

Oats are the main event. We will be using 1/2 cup.

Use almond milk, or any milk of choice. Cows milk, almond milk or oat milk will all work.

Natural creamy peanut butter works best in this recipe.

Salted peanuts add the best crunch!

A teaspoon of chia seeds add many nutrients and add a gel-like texture.

A bit of maple syrup adds an all natural sweetness.

How to make overnight oats

One of the great things about these peanut butter oats is that they can be made in 5 minutes. The hard part is letting them chill in the fridge (patience people!). These oats need to chill for at least 4-6 hours or overnight (hence their name lol).

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

Thirdly, 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!)

Variations and substitutes

Here are a couple variations and substitutes that you can use to switch up these oats to your liking.

Milk. To get creamy overnight oats you’ll want to use milk. Please don’t use water! Cows milk, almond milk, oat milk, or any diary free milk of choice will work nicely in this recipe.

Peanut butter. You can use creamy or crunchy peanut butter. Make sure you use an all natural kind as processed nut butters have added chemicals and sugars. Give your natural peanut butter a good stir as it may have a layer of oil on top.

Salted peanuts. Feel free to omit the peanuts for another type of nut or seed. Cashews and almonds also work well in this recipe.

Maple syrup. Pure maple syrup works best in this recipe but you can also use honey! Or omit the natural sweeteners all together.

Toppings for oatmeal

While these peanut butter oats are absolutely delicious on their own, they can also be enjoyed with a wide variety of toppings. Here are some toppings for oatmeal that you’ll love!

More peanut butter. If you’re a peanut butter lover, top these oats with an extra tablespoon of peanut butter. Extra peanut butter is always a good idea.

Fresh fruit. Fresh fruit is always a good idea when it comes to oatmeal. Feel free to top these oats with freshly sliced bananas, blueberries, strawberries or raspberries.

Dried fruit. Another great option is dried fruit which will add all natural sweetness. Add some raisins or dried cranberries on top!

Nuts. Add some more salted peanuts on top! Or you can add almonds, walnuts or cashews for an extra crunch! Nuts also add healthy fats.

Seeds. Add some crunchy seeds on top like pumpkin seeds, hemp seeds or more chia sseeds.

Frequently asked questions

How to make overnight oats?

Overnight oats take 5 minutes of preparation time and 4-6 hours of chilling time. Simply mix all the ingredients together in a mason jar and set the jar in the fridge overnight.

How long do overnight oats last?

While overnight oats are best when enjoyed the next morning. They can be stored for 2-3 days without getting too soggy so they make a great meal prep breakfast. You can also make a few extra and store them in the fridge for 2-3 days so you have a few extra breakfasts on hand.

Are whole grain oats gluten free?

To make sure your oats are gluten free, buy certified gluten free oats. Regular oats are possibly cross contaminated with wheat products.

Other oatmeal recipes ideas

If you’re an oats lover certainly give these other oatmeal recipes a try.

Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats

Cake Batter Overnight Oats

Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

Blueberry Vanilla Overnight Oats Recipe

Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

Chia Seed Oatmeal

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Peanut Butter Overnight Oats (Easy Breakfast)

Peanut butter lovers these peanut butter overnight oats are for you! With just 6 ingredients, 5 minutes of preparation, and overnight chilling time in the fridge, you'll have yourself an easy meal prep breakfast.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword Almond milk overnight oats, Chocolate peanut butter overnight oats, creamy overnight oats, oatmeal and peanut butter, peanut butter oats

Prep Time 5

Total Time 6

Servings

Calories 464kcal

Ingredients

½ cup oats
⅔ cup almond milk oat milk or cows milk
2 tbsp peanut butter
1 tbsp salted peanuts
1 tsp chia seeds
1 tsp maple syrup

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!)

Nutrition

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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Recipe (Overnight Oats)

caitlinbrae — Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:56:52 +0000

This peanut butter oatmeal recipe is loaded with peanut butter flavor, chia seeds, and a few other ingredients you likely have on hand. This recipe is for all my peanut butter lovers out there! Also for those who love a delicious grab-n-go breakfast in the morning.

Why you’ll love this peanut butter oatmeal recipe

Peanut butter and oats make the best combo. You’re going to love this recipe because..

This oatmeal will keep you full all morning long!

This recipe is loaded with peanut butter flavor.

Peanut butter oats are so easy to make.

Oatmeal is great source of complex carbs, whole grains and fiber.

Oats have 6 grams of protein per 1/2 cup serving plus peanut butter from the oatmeal.

This recipe is rich in antioxidants.

Peanut butter oatmeal ingredients

Here are the six ingredients we are working with:

Milk to soak the oats overnight. You can also use almond milk or another dairy free milk of your choice. We will be use 2/3 cup.

Powdered peanut butter, or you can use regular creamy peanut butter.

Maple syrup is a great all natural sweetener. We will be using 1 teaspoon. You can add up to 1 tablespoon for more sweetness.

A splash of vanilla extract to enhance all the flavors and give a little hint of vanilla.

Oats, of course! For this recipe we will be using 1/2 cup of oats.

Lastly, chia seeds. Chia seeds are a great addition to overnight oats because they add nutritional benefit as well as texture.

Other peanut butter oat recipes you’ll love

If you’re a peanut butter lover, give some of these other pb oat recipes a try.

Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

Banana Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats

Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

How to make

Follow these four simple steps to make peanut butter oatmeal.

STEP 1

Add the wet ingredients: In a mason jar, add the milk, powdered peanut butter, maple syrup and vanilla extract. Whisk vigorously until smooth and combined.

STEP 2

Add the dry ingredients: Now add in the oats and chia seeds. Mix until evenly combined.

STEP 3

Store overnight: Add a lid and place the oats in the fridge overnight.

STEP 4

Enjoy: Remove the oats from the fridge in the morning, add your desired toppings, and enjoy! (Topping ideas: bananas, peanuts, drizzle of peanut butter, fresh berries)

Additions and substitutes

Peanuts. A great addition to peanut butter oats are peanuts! For added crunch and texture add a tablespoon (or two!) of peanuts on top of your oatmeal.

Milk or almond milk. While this recipe calls for 2/3 cup of milk for super creamy oats, you can also use almond milk or another milk of your choice. Just please note using different types of milk can change with the flavor profile and creaminess of these oats.

Oats or quick oats. This recipe calls for 1/2 cup of oats. Feel free to use regular rolled oats or quick oats. Both options will work!

Drizzle of peanut butter. For extra peanut butter flavor, add a drizzle of creamy or chunky peanut butter on top of your oats (trust me you won’t regret it)!

Chocolate chips. Chocolate and peanut butter? YUM! Add 1 tablespoon of chocolate chips into your oats for delicious flavor and chocolate goodness. Or give these Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats a try.

Fresh berries are always a must when it comes to oatmeal. Add fresh blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries on top of your oats!

Other oatmeal recipes you’ll love

Here are a few other oat recipes that you’ll love!

Blueberry Lemon Overnight Oats

Blueberry Vanilla Overnight Oats Recipe

Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

Did you make these oats?

If you give these banana peanut butter overnight oats a try, then please don’t forget to rate this recipe or leave a comment down below! The feedback is super helpful to me and to other readers thinking about making this recipe. Your reviews and comments help support Brae’s Bites and allows me to continue to make delicious recipes. For some more recipe inspiration, you can also find and follow me on Instagram and Pinterest!

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Recipe (Overnight Oats)

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword banana peanut butter oatmeal, peanut butter oats

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 0

Total Time 8

Servings

Calories 350kcal

Ingredients

⅔ cup milk
2 tbsp powdered peanut butter or regular creamy peanut butter
1 tsp maple syrup 2 tsp for more sweet
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup oats
1 tbsp chia seeds

Instructions

In a mason jar, add the milk, powdered peanut butter, maple syrup and vanilla extract. Whisk vigorously until smooth and combined.
Now add in the oats and chia seeds. Mix until evenly combined.
Add a lid and place the oats in the fridge overnight.
Remove the oats from the fridge in the morning, add your desired toppings, and enjoy! (Topping ideas: bananas, peanuts, drizzle of peanut butter, fresh berries)

Nutrition

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