Description
These High-Protein Peanut Butter Overnight Oats are a delicious and nutritious make-ahead breakfast option. Packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats, this recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for busy mornings.
Ingredients
Scale
Rolled Oats:
- 1 cup Rolled oats (Base of the overnight oats, providing fiber.)
Milk of Choice:
- 1 cup Milk of choice (Dairy or plant-based milk like almond or oat milk.)
Greek Yogurt:
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (Adds creaminess and protein boost.)
Peanut Butter:
- 2 tablespoons Peanut butter (Choose your favorite for flavor and healthy fats.)
Sweetener:
- 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup (Optional for sweetness.)
Vanilla Extract and Spices:
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract (Enhances flavor.)
- 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon (Adds warmth and spice.)
- 1 pinch Salt (Balances flavors.)
Optional Toppings:
- 1 banana Sliced bananas (For added sweetness and creaminess.)
- 1/4 cup Chopped nuts (Almonds, walnuts, or pecans for crunch.)
- 2 tablespoons Chocolate chips (For a sweet treat.)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, sweetener, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt.
- Mix Base Ingredients: Combine oats, milk, yogurt, and salt in a bowl.
- Add Flavorings: Incorporate peanut butter, sweetener, and mix well.
- Optional Protein Boost: Consider adding protein powder for extra protein.
- Adjust Consistency: Pour in milk and any optional add-ins like chia seeds, flaxseeds.
- Refrigerate: Transfer to a jar, seal, and refrigerate overnight or at least 4-6 hours.
- Serve: Stir oats in the morning, adjust thickness with milk, and top with fruits, nuts, or chocolate chips.
Notes
- You can customize this recipe with your favorite toppings like fresh berries or shredded coconut.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness according to your preference by adding more or less honey or maple syrup.
- For a vegan version, use plant-based milk and yogurt options.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Mixing, Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Overnight Oats, Peanut Butter, High-Protein, Breakfast Recipe