Description
Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats is a delicious and nutritious vegan and gluten-free breakfast that combines hearty oats, rich cacao, creamy peanut butter, and chia seeds for a perfect blend of healthy fats and plant protein. This easy prep overnight meal is perfect for busy mornings and can be made ahead to enjoy throughout the week.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup quick oats, gluten-free as needed
- 2 tablespoons cacao powder or unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tablespoons chia seeds
Wet Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups cashew milk or milk of your choice
- 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter (preferably just peanuts)
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a 16-ounce jar or larger, add the oats, cacao powder, and chia seeds first. Then pour in the cashew milk, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and chocolate chips if using. Use a large spoon to stir everything together until fully combined, or alternatively, seal the jar tightly and shake vigorously. You can also mix the ingredients in a medium-sized bowl and cover with a lid or plastic wrap.
- Chill: Place the prepared jar or bowl in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the oats and chia seeds to soak up the liquid and flavors to meld. Once chilled and thickened, the overnight oats are ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Use gluten-free oats to keep this recipe gluten-free.
- For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter and choose an alternate milk.
- The maple syrup adds sweetness, but you can adjust the amount or substitute with another sweetener if preferred.
- These oats keep well refrigerated for up to 4-5 days, making them perfect for meal prep.
- Adding mini chocolate chips is optional but adds a delightful texture and sweetness.
