This is such an easy recipe to make!
And trust me, there’s nothing better than waking up to a breakfast that tastes like dessert. I’m in my 30s, and I still crave chocolate early in the morning.
For me, this chocolate peanut butter version is an absolute favorite.
It’s creamy, rich, and indulgent, but still packed with protein and fiber, which is exactly what my partner needs since he’s an athlete with high protein requirements.
And honestly, it saves me so much time in the mornings—no stove, no fuss, just grab-and-go goodness.
Just mix everything together, let it sit overnight, and wake up to a rich, chocolate breakfast that’s ready to eat.
It’s perfect for busy mornings, meal prep, or an easy snack when you’re craving something sweet but nutritious.
Plus, with a few small tweaks, you can customize it to your dietary needs, making it dairy-free, gluten-free, or high in protein.
Let’s get to it!
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Tips to Make it Even Better!
Use rolled oats instead of quick oats for a chewy, satisfying texture. Quick oats will become mushy, and steel-cut oats will be too firm unless soaked longer. A good brand of organic rolled oats works best.
For extra creaminess, swap half the almond milk for Greek yogurt.
Stir in a spoonful of cacao nibs for a crunch that feels like a treat but is packed with antioxidants.
Use glass meal prep jars to store these oats—it keeps them fresh and makes mornings so much easier.
If you like it sweeter, add a drizzle of maple syrup just before eating.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Course: Dessert, BreakfastDifficulty: Easy2
10
minutesIngredients
1 cup rolled oats
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tbsp natural peanut butter
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional toppings: mini chocolate chips, extra peanut butter drizzle, cacao nibs
Directions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, protein powder, chia seeds, and salt with the almond milk until smooth.
- Add in the oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla, stirring until fully combined.
- Divide the mixture into two jars, cover, and refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours.
- In the morning, give them a good stir, top with a drizzle of peanut butter, a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips, or even some crunchy cacao nibs, and enjoy straight from the jar.
- I personally love this when I’m too lazy to cook the next day.
Substitutions and Add-Ins:
Swap peanut butter with almond butter, sunflower seed butter, or cashew butter.
Replace chocolate protein powder with vanilla protein powder for a lighter flavor.
Add sliced banana before serving for a peanut butter banana twist.
Use steel-cut oats (quick-cook variety) if you like more bite in your oats.
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