Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats are rich, creamy, easy to prep, and packed with the perfect mix of chocolate and peanut butter.
author’s note
The Breakfast That Tastes Like a Reese’s Cup!
I have a serious weakness for chocolate and peanut butter together. Reese’s cups are one of my favorite treats, so it only made sense to turn those flavors into a breakfast I could prep ahead.
These chocolate peanut butter overnight oats don’t have any candy in them, but they have that same rich, chocolatey, nutty flavor. The peanut butter makes the oats extra creamy, the cocoa powder gives them a brownie-like flavor, and the Greek yogurt adds the best thick texture.
I’ve made a lot of overnight oats over the years, and I love how easy they are to change up. Some mornings I want something fruity, some mornings I want brownie batter oats, and other mornings I want this chocolate peanut butter version with a few chocolate chips on top.
This recipe is one of my favorites because it feels like a treat, but it still takes less than 10 minutes to prep. Stir everything together at night, pop it in the fridge, and breakfast is ready when you are.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats Ingredients
| Ingredient | Tips & Swaps |
|---|---|
| Peanut Butter | I love using creamy, natural peanut butter because it mixes in easily and tastes amazing. |
| Vanilla Extract & Salt | These boost the flavor and balance the sweetness. |
| Greek Yogurt | Choose a sweet, mild yogurt. Greek Gods Honey vanilla is my favorite. |
| Milk | Use your favorite milk. Unsweetened almond milk is my favorite. |
| Old-Fashioned Oats | Stick with old-fashioned oats. Quick oats can get too mushy. |
| Cocoa Powder | Dutch-process cocoa is smoother and less bitter than regular cocoa powder. |
| Maple Syrup | Start with less, then add more later if needed. |
How To Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
- Combine peanut butter, vanilla, salt, yogurt, milk, oats, cocoa, and syrup in a bowl.
- Mix everything well until the peanut butter is fully blended.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight or at least 30 mins to allow the oats to thicken.
- Optionally, top with dark chocolate chips before serving. Enjoy within three days.
Quick Tip
Since peanut butter is thick, really stir it in. Use the back of a spoon to mash it into the oats so every bite has peanut butter flavor.
Storage
Store Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
The oats will continue to soften as they sit. For the best texture, I recommend adding chocolate chips, granola, nuts, and fresh fruit right before serving.
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Equipment
- Wide-mouth Mason Jar or small bowl or container
Ingredients
- 2-1/2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup honey vanilla Greek yogurt or plain vanilla yogurt, see note 1
- 2/3 cup unsweetened almond milk or another milk
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 tablespoon Dutch process cocoa powder see note 2
- 1/2 up to 2 tablespoons maple syrup or 1/4 teaspoon liquid stevia, see note 3
- Dark chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl, jar, or plastic container, stir together the peanut butter, vanilla extract, pinch of salt, yogurt, almond milk, old-fashioned oats, cocoa powder, and maple syrup.
- Stir well and make sure the peanut butter is mashed in thoroughly.
- Cover the container and refrigerate overnight or until sufficiently cooled and thickened. (Sometimes I’ll even make them in the morning, get ready, and then eat them—they are great even after 30 minutes in the fridge.)
- When ready to eat, if desired, top with dark chocolate chips. Store overnight oats in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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