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These chocolate peanut butter overnight oats are perfect for busy mornings. Simple ingredients and only 5 minutes to prep and you have breakfast ready for you when you wake up. Easily made vegan and gluten free.
This recipe was originally published January 2015 and updated January 2021.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats are every Reese Cup lover’s breakfast dream come true.
Rich, creamy peanut butter, chocolate and hearty oats make for a sweet and delicious breakfast that is ready when you wake up.
Why this is the best breakfast:
- It is ready for you when you wake up. We are tired enough in the morning. Don’t make thinking about breakfast another thing to do. It’s all set and ready if you opt for these chocolate peanut butter overnight oats!
- Super kid friendly. Tastes like a treat, but really is great fuel for the morning. The kids will love it too!
- Simple ingredients and easy to prep. These peanut butter chocolate oats only require a handful of pantry staples and only require about 5 minutes to prep. We like to make several at a time and then have grab and go meals in the morning.
- Peanut butter and chocolate, hello! I mean, this is a classic flavor. PB and chocolate are always better together.
Peanut butter in my overnight oats is truly one of my favorite things. From Peanut Butter Banana Protein Oats, to Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Overnight Oats, and don’t forget Peanut Butter Cheesecake Overnight Oatmeal. Yes, CHEESECAKE.
What you will need:
- oats: old-fashioned oats, also called rolled oats are the recommendation for best results in this chocolate peanut butter overnight oats recipe. Some people enjoy using steel-cut oats in their overnight oatmeal recipe but I am not a fan. They are still much too hard and chewy even after soaking overnight.
- milk: use your preferred milk for this recipe–whole, skim, soy milk, coconut milk, etc.. If you are feeling extra, I highly recommend chocolate milk of some sort–dairy or dairy free, for more chocolatey goodness. I often bounce between whole milk and unsweetened vanilla almond milk since it’s what we have on hand at all times.
- peanut butter: use whatever peanut butter you have on hand. You can opt for crunchy peanut butter if desired. You can also substitute any other nut or seed butter–almond butter, cashew butter, etc.
- cocoa powder: unsweetened cocoa powder, for extra dark chocolate oats, use dark cocoa powder.
- vanilla: a touch of vanilla extract for richer flavor
- sweetener: we prefer pure maple syrup for overnight oats. You can wait to sweeten until just before serving so as not to overly sweeten it. You can also use your preferred sweetener: honey, sugar, agave, stevia, etc.
- sea salt: just a pinch!
- optional: chia seeds are a great optional add in for a touch of fiber and protein. You can add some protein powder, chocolate chips, some coconut to really switch it up and more.
How to make these:
Nothing to it. These Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats can probably even be whipped up with your eyes closed.
- Add all the ingredients to a bowl or jar.
- Stir well.
- Chill for at least 4 hours. Add some extra milk if needed before serving, adjust sweetener and add some extra peanut butter and you are set!
That is it! I would say it is easier than 1, 2, 3 even.
Recipe Tips
- This recipe is easily made vegan. Use a dairy free milk and opt for maple instead of honey. You should  be all set!
- Sweeten this recipe to your liking and with the sweetener you prefer. I LOVE maple syrup. Not your favorite? Use what you love. Honey, sugar, whatever works best!
- You can meal prep several servings of this overnight oatmeal at a time. I typically make several at a time and have them ready to go when I need them. These are usually great for about 3-5 days in the fridge.
- Chia seeds are always optional. I add them to give a fiber and protein boost. Not your thing? Skip them! Don’t have any? Skip them! You will still have a great breakfast, promise.
Check out these other flavors:
- Coconut Cream Pie Overnight Oats
- Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats
- Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Overnight Oats
- Blueberry Muffin Overnight Oats
- Banana Bread Overnight Oats
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
These chocolate peanut butter overnight oats are perfect for busy mornings. Whip up several at a time in just 5 minutes and have breakfast ready for you when you wake up. Easily made vegan and gluten free.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats, regular or gluten free
- 1/2 cup milk of choice, (I highly recommend trying chocolate milk!0
- 2-3 tsp peanut butter , or any nut or seed butter
- 1 T cocoa powder
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2-3 tsp maple syrup or honey, or preferred sweetener
- Dash of sea salt
- 1 tsp chia seeds, optional
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in small jar or bowl that can be sealed. Stir well and then cover.
- Refrigerate overnight. Serving options: serve with a sprinkle of cocoa nibs, extra peanut butter drizzle, dark chocolate chips, or sliced banana.
Notes
- Sweeten these overnight oats with your preferred sweetener and use the maple syrup as a guide. Everyone has a different preferred level of sweet.
- I had 2 tsp of shredded coconut in this recipe for a long time, feel free to add it, but it is not everyone’s favorite so moved it to the notes as an option!
Nutrition
Calories: 396kcal, Carbohydrates: 49g, Protein: 15g, Fat: 16g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 9mg, Sodium: 135mg, Potassium: 416mg, Fiber: 8g, Sugar: 17g, Vitamin A: 120IU, Calcium: 203mg, Iron: 3mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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These are so good and I was literally looking forward to it the entire night LOL
Love it! That’s what will get ya out of bed for sure!
Super yummy, super easy! Topped with mini chocolate chips and peanut butter, didn’t even feel like I was eating breakfast!
Right?! Glad you enjoyed this!
Have you ever tried the dried peanut butter powder (PB2) instead of regular peanut butter? Do you have to adjust anything else if you do that?
I think you would be just fine with that. If it seems too thick in the morning, just add some extra milk and you will be good to go!
super yummy, I usually triple the recipe.
Yes! That is what I typically do as well!
Where are the jars you’re using from? They’re adorable!!
Hi! These are my favorite. They are Weck Jars. These are the tulip jar. You can get them online at World Market individually I think. Otherwise most places sell a lot together.
These overnight oats turned out AMAZING! The consistency was perfect and flavor was great.
Yay! So happy to hear this Jenna! Thanks so much!
I made my first ever batch of overnight oats using your recipe. It was the first time I have ever eaten overnight oats and I was a bit skeptical on how the texture would turn out. It was FABULOUS! I added Greek yogurt to the main recipe and it was a little thick so I may add a splash of milk in the morning next time. I added fresh sliced bananas to the top and it made it even better! Thank you for sharing a recipe that I couldn’t resist trying! It’s a much healthier option than my typical pop tarts or waffles for breakfast. I’m looking forward to trying a few more of your overnight oats recipes to expand my options even more!
Thanks so much for sharing Kristie. I don’t know what my life would be without overnight oats!! They really help so much in the mornings since they are ready to go. And yes, a good splash of milk in the morning always helps!!
First time trying over night oats ! Loved this recipe . All I had was quick oats. I also didn’t have any of the extra add ins. Still very tasty !!
Glad to hear the quick oats worked well. I have used them as well before but sometimes I have to adjust the amount of milk in them. Thanks for sharing, Alexis!
Hey, Just wondering how you store these when you make a batch. Might sound like a silly question and sorry if its haha! Is it in an airtight container?
Thanks x
Doesn’t sound silly at all! Any airtight container will do just fine! Enjoy my friend!