High-Protein Peanut Butter Overnight Oats (Printable Version)

Velvety oats blended with peanut butter and protein powder create a satisfying, grab-and-go breakfast that develops rich flavors overnight.

# What You Need:

→ Base

01 - ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - ¾ cup unsweetened milk of choice (dairy, soy, or pea milk)
03 - ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt or high-protein non-dairy yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
05 - 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder
06 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup, optional
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 powdered peanut butter
16 - Fresh fruit such as banana slices, strawberries, or blueberries
17 - Greek yogurt
18 - Toasted nuts or seeds such as peanuts, almonds, or pumpkin seeds
19 - Honey or maple syrup drizzle
20 - Flaky sea salt

# How-To Steps:

01 - Select a clean jar or container with a tight-fitting lid, capacity 12 to 14 fluid ounces.
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 consistency. Add a bit more milk if desired.
09 - Top with a spoonful of peanut butter, fresh fruit, yogurt, nuts or seeds, and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
10 - Eat straight from the jar or transfer to a bowl. Refrigerated leftovers keep for up to 2 days. Add fresh fruit just before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Zero morning effort, just grab and go while your brain is still half asleep.
  • Over 40 grams of protein keeps you full until lunchtime without feeling heavy.
  • Tastes like dessert but fuels your body like a proper meal.
  • Infinitely customizable so you never get bored of the same flavors.
02 -
  • Stir the peanut butter mixture until completely smooth before pouring, or you will end up with a blob of peanut butter stuck to the bottom that refuses to blend.
  • Protein powder can turn clumpy in cold liquid, so whisk it with the yogurt and milk first instead of adding it dry to the jar.
  • If you skip the chia seeds and your oats are too loose in the morning, just add a tablespoon of chia and let it sit for another hour.
03 -
  • Shake the sealed jar hard before refrigerating to get everything mixed without using a spoon, it saves time and dishes.
  • Make a big batch on Sunday night and line up jars for the week, each one customized with different toppings so you do not get bored.
  • If your oats are too thick in the morning, add a tablespoon of milk at a time and stir until you reach the perfect spoonable consistency.
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