High-Protein Peanut Butter Overnight Oats (Printable Version)

Protein-packed overnight oats with peanut butter, Greek yogurt, and vanilla. Perfect grab-and-go breakfast.

# The Ingredients 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 Instructions:

01 - Select a clean jar or container with a tight-fitting lid, approximately 12 to 14 fluid ounces in capacity
02 - Add rolled oats to the jar and 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 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 for 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 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 - Enjoy straight from the jar or transfer to a bowl. Refrigerated leftovers keep for up to 2 days with fresh fruit added just before serving

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Nutrient Dense: Provides 40g of protein and 54g of carbohydrates for long-lasting energy.
  • Effortless: Requires only 10 minutes of preparation before an overnight rest.
  • Creamy Texture: The combination of Greek yogurt and peanut butter creates a thick, spoonable consistency.
02 -
  • Thorough Mixing: Stir very thoroughly to ensure there are no dry pockets of protein powder or oats at the bottom of the jar.
  • Fruit Timing: Add sturdy fruits like diced apples during the soak, but save delicate berries for the morning to maintain their texture.
  • Storage: While best after 8 hours, leftovers can be kept refrigerated for up to 2 days for easy meal prep.
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