Go Back
High-Protein Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

High-Protein Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

High-Protein Peanut Butter Overnight Oats are the ultimate convenient and healthy breakfast, blending the creamy comfort of peanut butter with a powerful protein punch to fuel your day. This recipe is a lifesaver for busy mornings, offering a delicious and satisfying meal that requires zero morning prep.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chilling Time 4 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Breakfast
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats (not instant)
  • 1 scoop (approx. 30g) vanilla or unflavored protein powder
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter creamy or crunchy, unsweetened preferred
  • 1 cup milk dairy or non-dairy like almond, soy, or oat milk
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup optional, adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • salt pinch

Equipment

  • Medium-sized jar, bowl, or single-serving container

Method
 

  1. Combine the rolled oats, protein powder, chia seeds, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a medium-sized jar, bowl, or even directly in your single-serving container. Stir these dry ingredients together thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
    1/2 cup rolled oats (not instant), 1 scoop (approx. 30g) vanilla or unflavored protein powder, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, salt
  2. Next, add the peanut butter to the dry mixture. Pour in your chosen milk. If you prefer a sweeter oats, now is the time to drizzle in the honey or maple syrup.
    2 tablespoons natural peanut butter, 1 cup milk, 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  3. Stir all the ingredients vigorously until everything is thoroughly combined. Make sure the peanut butter is broken up and incorporated as much as possible. You want to achieve a smooth, homogenous mixture without any dry pockets of oats or clumps of protein powder. This might take a minute or two of diligent stirring.
  4. Cover your container tightly with a lid or plastic wrap. Place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, but ideally, overnight. This chilling period allows the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquid, soften, and thicken, creating that classic overnight oats texture.
  5. In the morning, give your High-Protein Peanut Butter Overnight Oats a good stir. If the mixture is too thick for your liking, you can add a splash more milk to reach your desired consistency. Top with your favorite additions like fresh berries, sliced banana, a sprinkle of chopped peanuts, or a drizzle of extra peanut butter for an indulgent treat.
    1 cup milk

Notes

Store prepared overnight oats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. Best enjoyed cold.