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Creamy Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats: Easy 5-Minute Recipe

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These creamy chocolate peanut butter overnight oats are a quick, no-cook breakfast that tastes like dessert. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they’re perfect for busy mornings and keep you full until lunch.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (50g) rolled oats (old-fashioned oats)
  • ½ cup (120ml) milk of choice (whole milk, oat milk, or almond milk)
  • ¼ cup (60g) plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%)
  • 2 tablespoons (32g) peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
  • 1 tablespoon (5g) unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed or regular)
  • 1–2 tablespoons (15-30ml) maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tablespoon (12g) chia seeds (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Optional toppings: chopped dark chocolate or chocolate chips, extra drizzle of peanut butter, sliced banana, crushed peanuts, flaky sea salt, coconut flakes

Instructions

  1. Combine the dry ingredients: In your mason jar or a small bowl, add ½ cup rolled oats, 1 tablespoon chia seeds (if using), 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder, and a pinch of sea salt. Whisk them together with a fork so the cocoa powder gets evenly distributed.
  2. Add the wet ingredients: Pour in ½ cup milk of choice, ¼ cup Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons peanut butter, 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract.
  3. Stir like you mean it: Use your spoon to mix everything together until the cocoa powder is fully incorporated and no dry patches remain. This takes about 30 seconds of vigorous stirring. Make sure to scrape the bottom corners of the jar.
  4. Taste and adjust: Taste the mixture before refrigerating. If you want it sweeter, add more maple syrup. If you want more chocolate, add another teaspoon of cocoa. If you want it more peanut buttery, swirl in another tablespoon.
  5. Seal and refrigerate: Put the lid on your jar and place it in the fridge. Let it sit for at least 4 hours, but overnight is ideal (8-12 hours).
  6. Serve cold or warm: In the morning, take the jar out, give it a good stir. If it’s too thick, stir in an extra splash of milk. Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy straight from the jar or pour into a bowl.
  7. Optional warming method: If you prefer warm oats, transfer the mixture to a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 45-60 seconds, stirring halfway through. Add a splash of milk after heating to restore creaminess.

Notes

For best texture, use rolled oats, not quick oats. The oats actually taste better on day 2 and 3 as flavors meld. If using quick oats, reduce milk by 2 tablespoons and refrigerate only 2-3 hours. For a vegan version, use plant-based milk and yogurt. For nut-free, swap peanut butter with sunflower seed butter. To prevent cocoa clumps, whisk dry ingredients together first.

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