Creamy peanut butter overnight oats with protein powder, Greek yogurt, and vanilla. A rich, satisfying breakfast ready in minutes.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Base
01 - ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - ¾ cup unsweetened milk of choice
03 - ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
05 - 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder
06 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
07 - ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of fine sea salt
09 - 1 to 2 tablespoons water or extra milk as needed
→ Optional Add-Ins
10 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed
11 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
12 - 2 to 3 tablespoons diced banana, berries, or apple
13 - 1 tablespoon mini dark chocolate chips or cacao nibs
14 - 1 tablespoon chopped roasted peanuts
→ Toppings
15 - 1 tablespoon peanut butter or reconstituted powdered peanut butter
16 - Fresh fruit such as banana slices, strawberries, or blueberries
17 - Dollop of Greek yogurt
18 - Toasted nuts or seeds such as peanuts, almonds, or pumpkin seeds
19 - Drizzle of honey or maple syrup
20 - Pinch of flaky sea salt
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Select a clean jar or container with a tight-fitting lid with 12 to 14 ounce capacity
02 - Add rolled oats to the jar. Stir in chia seeds, flaxseed, cinnamon, and protein powder if using. Add a pinch of salt
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and honey or maple syrup until smooth. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons water or extra milk if the mixture is too thick
04 - Pour the peanut butter mixture over the oats and dry ingredients. Stir very thoroughly, ensuring there are no dry pockets
05 - If the mixture is very thick, add a splash more milk and stir again
06 - Stir in sturdy fruits or chocolate chips if using. Reserve delicate fruits to add just before serving
07 - Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight for 8 to 12 hours
08 - In the morning, stir well and check the consistency. Add more milk if desired. Top with peanut butter, fresh fruit, yogurt, nuts or seeds, and honey or maple syrup. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired
09 - Enjoy straight from the jar or transfer to a bowl. Refrigerated leftovers keep for up to 2 days. Add fresh fruit just before serving
