Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Made with vanilla yogurt, quick cooking oats, cocoa powder and peanut butter, this Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats recipe is sure to become a family favorite in no time.
Equipment
- Jars or other containers
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup peanut butter
- ½ cup vanilla yogurt not Greek yogurt
- ⅔ cup soy, almond OR cow’s milk
- 1½ tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 cup quick cooking oats
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon sweetener such as sugar, honey or agave
- pinch salt
- ¼ cup shredded coconut
- ½ cup chia seeds
- ¼ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Microwave the peanut butter in a small bowl for 10 seconds. Stir and then microwave for an additional 10 seconds until the peanut butter is super smooth.
- Mix in the vanilla yogurt, milk, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and your sweetener of choice.
- After that, stir in 2 tablespoons of the chia seeds - reserve the rest for the topping.
- Add the quick cooking oats and just a pinch of salt.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Transfer the mixture into small containers or jars and cover.
- Refrigerate overnight to allow the oats to soften and the flavors to blend together.
- To serve, top with coconut, chia seeds and chocolate chips.
Notes
Can you Microwave Overnight Oats?
Yes! If you prefer your oatmeal to be warm, just remove it from the fridge and pop it into the microwave for 1-2 minutes before adding your toppings.
Overnight Oats Recipe Variations
- Use any creamy nut butter in place of the peanut butter.
- Add fresh fruit like sliced strawberries or bananas to the top.
- Sprinkle on chopped peanuts or other nuts.
- Mix the peanut butter into the oats really well for the best flavor.
- For a creamy texture, use vanilla yogurt.
- Don’t skip the salt, it helps bring out the chocolate flavor in the overnight oats.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are overnight oats safe?
While some might feeling eating uncooked oats can cause digestive issues, overnight oats are absolutely safe to eat!
Are overnight oats good for weight loss?
Overnight oats can be a very healthy breakfast, however, that all depends on how you make your oats. Eating oats for breakfast can make you feel full longer, so you may be less inclined to snack.
What kind of oats are best for overnight oatmeal?
Personally, I prefer quick cooking oats, but you can also used rolled oats, muesli, or steel cut oats.