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Creamy Overnight Chocolate Peanut Butter Oats (Easy 5-Min Recipe)

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These creamy overnight chocolate peanut butter oats are a game-changer for busy mornings. With just five minutes of prep, you get a decadent, protein-packed breakfast that tastes like dessert but keeps you full until lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats (old-fashioned oats)
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk (whole milk recommended)
  • 1/4 cup (60g) plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%)
  • 1 tablespoon (12g) chia seeds
  • 1–2 tablespoons (15-30ml) maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  • A small pinch of salt
  • 3 tablespoons (48g) creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons (10g) unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-process preferred)
  • 1–2 tablespoons (15-30g) chocolate chips (optional, mini chips recommended)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl or directly in your jar, whisk together the milk and cocoa powder until smooth and lump-free.
  2. Add the peanut butter to the milk-cocoa mixture. Microwave for 15-20 seconds if the peanut butter is cold, then whisk until fully incorporated.
  3. Stir in the maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and a tiny pinch of salt. Whisk again until combined. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
  4. Whisk in the Greek yogurt until completely smooth.
  5. Sprinkle in the chia seeds and stir well to distribute evenly. Let the mixture sit for 2 minutes, then stir again to prevent clumping.
  6. Add the rolled oats and stir until every oat is coated in the chocolate peanut butter mixture. Scrape the bottom and sides of the jar.
  7. If using, fold in the chocolate chips.
  8. Seal the jar with a lid and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight (8-12 hours).
  9. In the morning, stir the oats. If too thick, add a splash of milk. Serve cold or microwave for 45-60 seconds for warm oats, stirring halfway.
  10. Add optional toppings such as sliced banana, chopped peanuts, shredded coconut, extra peanut butter drizzle, or cacao nibs.

Notes

The biggest mistake is using too much liquid. The ratio includes moisture from yogurt and fat from peanut butter. Do not skip chia seeds—they provide the thick, pudding-like texture. Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes before refrigerating to give oats and chia seeds a head start. Use room temperature ingredients to prevent peanut butter from clumping. Taste before refrigerating; the liquid should be slightly sweeter than desired because cold dulls sweetness. For creamiest texture, use whole milk and full-fat yogurt. The flavors improve after a day or two in the fridge.

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