These Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats are the perfect make ahead breakfast for busy mornings. Kid friendly, healthy, full of fiber and protein, there's no better way to start the day.
Peanut Butter and Jelly is a classic flavor combination for a reason. If you find yourself chasing kids around the kitchen at breakfast time, overnight oats will become your new best friend.
I enjoy a good breakfast, and these PB & J Overnight Oats have to be the easiest breakfast recipe, they literally make themselves in the fridge while you sleep.
I like to add chia seeds to the oats for extra fiber. Chia seeds and peanut butter are a good source of protein, and are a great way of keep you fuller for longer.
These quick oats are are made with simple ingredients and are ideal for busy mornings. All you have to do is pull them out of the refrigerator. Next, refrain from looking smug and add your favorite toppings.
Jump to:
- Why You'll Love this Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats Recipe
- Peanut Jelly Overnight Oats Ingredients
- How to make overnight Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Variations & Substitutions
- Tips & Tricks
- How to Serve
- How to Store
- Pin This Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats Recipe For Later
- What Do You Think?!
- More Easy Recipe Ideas
- Printable Recipe
- Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats - Easy Recipe
- Reader Comments & Ratings
Why You'll Love this Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats Recipe
- This overnight oats recipe is completely customizable. They can be made gluten free with certified gluten free oats, and dairy free with dairy free milk.
- This recipe serves one, but overnight oatmeal is great for meal prep, just increase the oats recipe, then add your favorite toppings.
- They're a great way to get kids to eat oatmeal, which is whole grain and so much better than processed cereals. See them as a vehicle for whatever toppings they love.
- They're perfect for when you need a hearty breakfast but don't want to fire up the stove. You can also microwave them if you like your oats warm.
- Overnight oats are deliciously creamy and don't get the gummy and sticky texture that cooked oats sometimes do.
- This is an easy overnight oats recipe, once you learn how to make them you can make an endless variety of different flavors.
- Try some of my other easy breakfast recipes:
Peanut Jelly Overnight Oats Ingredients
Find the full list and quantities in the recipe card below.
Oats - I use ½ cup of rolled oats to serve one, but feel free to increase recipe servings for meal prep. Use certified gluten free oats if serving celiac or gluten free diners.
Milk - use any variety of milk in this recipe, you can use dairy or any plant based milk.
Chia Seeds - chia seeds are a great addition to the oats, adding extra protein to the creamy oats. This is optional and you have leave out if you prefer.
Sweetener - I like to sweeten the oats with unrefined sugar like honey or maple syrup. But you can use your sweetener of choice, regular white sugar or brown sugar or stevia all work.
Peanut Butter - use any variety of peanut butter, I've opted for a creamy peanut butter.
Jelly - use any flavor of fruit jelly or jam to top the oats.
How to make overnight Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats
Find the full printable recipe below.
Place ½ a cup of rolled oats into a bowl, jar or mason jar with 1 tablespoon chia seeds and a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup.
Then add ½ cup of your favorite milk (dairy free is fine).
Next give them a good stir (or a shake if you're using a lidded jar) to make sure they're well mixed.
Finally store the oats in an airtight container and leave in the fridge overnight.
You can play with the formula to make them thicker or thinner by adding slightly more or less liquid.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Overnight Oats?
At their most simple, overnight oats are a breakfast or snack made by soaking rolled oats overnight in liquid.
What is the Formula for Overnight Oats?
To make the best overnight oats, use equal quantities of rolled oats to liquid. To serve one, I use ½ cup of oats and ½ cup of milk.
Are Overnight Oats Healthy?
Overnight oats are a healthy breakfast, packed with fiber and protein. The slow release oats, chia seeds and peanut butter will keep you fuller for longer. Top the oats with fresh fruit and you add lots of vitamins and minerals. Just obviously don't add too much sugar or sugary toppings to the oats.
Variations & Substitutions
Oats and chia seeds are my go-to base recipe, but the best thing about this recipe is that you can adapt the recipe to suit your tastes, and include a variety of toppings you like to eat. I've given some topping ideas here:
- Use any variety of milk, dairy of plant based. Unsweetened almond milk, soy milk, cashew milk or oat milk are great options.
- To increase the protein content add in your favorite protein poweder.
- I've used peanut butter, but you can use other nut butters, try almond butter or cashew butter.
- For vegan overnight oats use maple syrup or agave syrup to sweeten the oats.
- Top with your favorite fruits, I've used sliced banana, but you could use any variety of fresh fruit, try fresh blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, mango or peach.
- Top with a sprinkle of chia, pumpkin, sunflower or hemp seeds.
- Add some chopped nuts, I've used walnuts, but you could also use almonds, pecans, macadamias, coconut, or hazelnuts.
Tips & Tricks
The best kind of oats to use are rolled oats. Never use quick oats or steel cut oats, as they won't work here.
You can make overnight oats up to 3 days in advance so they're perfect if you are trying to get ahead.
If you're making more than one portion, you can mix overnight oats either in a big bowl or divide mixture into smaller bowls or individual containers. I like to use old jam jars with lids, which are perfect for 'to go' individual portions.
For extra creamy oats add some greek or coconut yoghurt.
Make it colorful and interesting if you're trying to get kids to eat oatmeal. I have been known to make rainbow sprinkle overnight oats and it works every time.
How to Serve
I like to serve the overnight oats cold, straight from the refrigerator. However, if you prefer you can warm up the oats in the microwave.
How to Store
Overnight oats are great for meal prep. Once made store in an airtight container, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Pin This Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats Recipe For Later
What Do You Think?!
I'd love to know what you think about this recipe! I'd be so grateful if you scroll down to the bottom of the page and leave a star rating and comment.
Don't forget to go over to Facebook and Instagram and make sure you're following me so you can join in the chat. And remember to save this recipe to your Pinterest too!
More Easy Recipe Ideas
Printable Recipe
Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats - Easy Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup Rolled Oats
- ½ cup Milk - any dairy or plant milk
- 2 tsp Chia Seeds - optional
- 1 tsp Maple Syrup or Honey - or alternative sweetener
- 1 Banana
- 1 tbsp Peanut Butter
- 1 tsp Jam
Instructions
- Mix the oats, milk, chia seeds and maple syrup or honey together thoroughly in a jar or bowl.
- Cover and leave in the fridge overnight.
- Stir well and place into serving bowl if desired.
- Slice then add the banana with the peanut butter and jam. Serve immediately
Grace says
I love this recipe. Its so easy and fun to make, and it fills you up for the whole morning!