High-Protein Peanut Butter Overnight Oats Recipe
Delicious and nutritious High-Protein Peanut Butter Overnight Oats that combine creamy Greek yogurt, peanut butter, and rolled oats to create a protein-packed breakfast. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy mornings, offering a creamy, flavorful, and satisfying start to your day with added banana slices, nuts, and chocolate chips for texture and sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes (including refrigeration time)
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-cook / Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup milk of choice (dairy or plant-based like almond or oat milk)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 pinch salt
Flavor and Sweeteners
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Toppings
- 1 banana, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
- 2 tablespoons chocolate chips
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all ingredients including rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Combine Base Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until everything is well integrated and creamy.
- Add Peanut Butter and Sweetener: Mix in the peanut butter and honey or maple syrup (if using). Stir thoroughly until the peanut butter is fully incorporated into the mixture, ensuring even flavor.
- Optional Protein Boost: If desired, add your preferred scoop of protein powder to elevate the protein content. Stir well until smooth and homogeneous.
- Transfer and Refrigerate: Pour the mixture into a jar or airtight container. Securely seal and refrigerate the oats overnight or for a minimum of 4-6 hours to allow the oats to soften and flavors to meld.
- Serve and Garnish: In the morning, remove the oats from the refrigerator and stir. If the texture is too thick, add a splash of milk to loosen. Top with sliced bananas, chopped nuts, and chocolate chips before enjoying.
Notes
- You can substitute the milk with any plant-based option for a vegan version.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey or maple syrup.
- For extra fiber and nutrients, consider adding chia or flax seeds.
- The recipe can be made gluten-free by using certified gluten-free oats.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Experiment with different nut butters or toppings to customize to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/2 of recipe)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: overnight oats, high-protein breakfast, peanut butter oats, easy breakfast, healthy oats, Greek yogurt oats, make-ahead breakfast
