Prep breakfast tonight in just 5 minutes and wake up to these delicious Peanut Butter Overnight Oats with Greek yogurt. Rich and creamy and full of protein and flavor. Lots of ways to vary this oatmeal so everyone can have it the way they love it!
Overnight oats are my absolute favorite thing on the planet.
They are the reason I am able to stay fueled most mornings and keep chasing my 2 year old all over the house. They take the think work and the effort out of “What’s for breakfast in the morning?”
And the bonus about these overnight oats with Greek yogurt? This is the first oatmeal recipe I have gotten the little guy to eat since he was about one year old. WINNING!
When it comes to overnight oats, no flavor is off limits. If you want it, I have probably got it. Whether it’s Banana Bread Overnight Oats, Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats or Strawberry S’mores Overnight Oats–there is a flavor for everyone around here!
Why I love overnight oatmeal so much:
There are so many reasons I love these make ahead recipes, but here are my top 3:
- They are SO simple to make. Most of these recipes are a matter of putting everything together and stirring. Can’t get much easier than that.
- The recipes are easily customized. Whether you have a picky eater or a food allergy in the house, there are tons of options to make overnight oats just right for everyone.
- You can make enough to last the week. Meal preppers have gotta love this! You can make a bunch of jars of overnight oats at once and have them ready for you in the morning for days on end!
I don’t often use Greek yogurt in my overnight oatmeal, but recently I started adding it and it gives the oats a thick creamy texture like no other. Plus, a little protein boost which is nice as well!
If you are brand new to overnight oats, check out this post for more information!
What you need to make this recipe:
Only a handful of ingredients are necessary. From there, you can toss in some fresh fruit or other optional add ins to change things up if you would like.
- rolled oats: you can use gluten free or regular oats.
- milk: I have made overnight oats with just about every milk under the sun. Whole, almond, soy, coconut, you name it. Pick your favorite and go for it!
- Greek yogurt: I have gone back and forth between plain and vanilla flavors. Sometimes it is a matter of what I have on hand. When I sue vanilla, I often lighten up on maple syrup since the vanilla is already sweetened usually.
- peanut butter
- vanilla
- maple syrup: my go to breakfast sweetener but you can opt for honey, brown sugar or another that you may like better.
Notes:
- These overnight oats with Greek yogurt can be eaten straight from the fridge or you can warm them up a bit before eating them. I usually warm mine up.
- Adding a splash of milk before serving may be necessary. Sometimes the oats absorb a lot of the milk overnight and may be too thick to your liking. Just add an extra splash of milk and you should be good to go.
Add-ins and Variations:
Feel free to add some extra ingredients to vary your oatmeal. If you are like me, you tend to get into ruts of the same thing day in and day out.
- Add a teaspoon of chia seeds for some extra fiber and protein.
- Use chocolate milk for a Reese Cup flavored breakfast!
- Add a spoonful of chocolate chips.
- Fresh berries are always great on top!
- If you have a peanut allergy, swap the peanut butter for another nut butter or seed butter.
Check out these other recipes you will love:
- Peach Pie Overnight Oats
- Blueberry Muffin Overnight Oats
- Carrot Cake Overnight Oats
- Maple Pecan Cheesecake Overnight Oatmeal Recipe
- Peanut Butter Banana Protein Overnight Oats
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Peanut Butter Overnight Oats with Greek Yogurt
Ingredients
- ½ c rolled oats
- ½ c milk of choice
- 2 T Greek yogurt (I prefer vanilla or plain)
- 1 T peanut butter (plus extra for drizzle if desired)
- 1 tsp maple syrup or honey
- ½ tsp vanilla
- dash of sea salt
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients into a bowl or small jar that can be sealed.
- Seal the container and chill for at least 4 hours before serving. Serve chilled or warmed up. Add an extra splash of milk and a drizzle of peanut butter to serve if desired. That is it!!
Notes
- These overnight oats with Greek yogurt can be eaten straight from the fridge or you can warm them up a bit before eating them. I usually warm mine up.
- Adding a splash of milk before serving may be necessary. Sometimes the oats absorb a lot of the milk overnight and may be too thick to your liking. Just add an extra splash of milk and you should be good to go.
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