Description
A delicious and easy recipe for Peanut Butter Cup Overnight Oats that combines the rich flavors of peanut butter and chocolate for a perfect breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup milk of choice (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
- 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons milk of choice (for ganache)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (for ganache)
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon chopped roasted peanuts (optional)
- Additional peanut butter for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine oats, milk, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt, stirring until thoroughly incorporated.
- In a small bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, milk, and maple syrup until smooth and well combined to create cocoa ganache.
- Divide half of the oat mixture between two jars or bowls, followed by an even layer of cocoa ganache, then top with remaining oat mixture.
- Distribute mini chocolate chips evenly across each serving, then add chopped roasted peanuts and peanut butter drizzle if desired.
- Cover containers and refrigerate overnight or for a minimum of 4 hours to allow oats to soften and flavors to develop.
- Remove from refrigerator and enjoy chilled directly from the container. Stir if needed before consumption.
Notes
- This recipe can be made dairy-free by using plant-based yogurt and milk.
- Adjust sweetness by modifying the amount of maple syrup or honey according to taste.
- Chopped roasted peanuts are optional but add a nice crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg