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Creamy Overnight Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oats

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This creamy overnight peanut butter chocolate chip oats recipe is the perfect party breakfast. Mix everything in five minutes the night before and wake up to a delicious, no-cook breakfast that tastes like dessert but is packed with protein and fiber.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup milk of choice
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons warm water
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
  • Extra chocolate chips for topping

Instructions

  1. Mix the wet ingredients first. In your jar or mixing bowl, combine 1 cup milk, 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Add the dry ingredients. Stir in 1 cup rolled oats, 2 tablespoons chia seeds, and a pinch of salt. Mix well so the chia seeds are evenly distributed.
  3. Prepare the peanut butter swirl. In a small bowl, mix 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter with 2 tablespoons warm water. Stir until smooth and drizzle-able.
  4. Layer everything. Pour half the oat mixture into your serving container. Drizzle half the thinned peanut butter over it. Sprinkle half the mini chocolate chips. Repeat with remaining oats, peanut butter, and chocolate chips.
  5. Stir gently once. Give everything one or two gentle stirs—just enough to create swirls, not fully combine.
  6. Cover and refrigerate. Seal your container and place it in the fridge for at least 6 hours, but overnight is best (8-12 hours).
  7. Serve cold or at room temperature. In the morning, give it a stir. If it’s too thick, add a splash of milk. Top with extra chocolate chips, a drizzle of peanut butter, and maybe some banana slices if desired.

Notes

Don’t use quick oats—they get mushy. If using natural peanut butter, warm it slightly and stir well before mixing. For a nut-free version, sunflower seed butter works beautifully. Look for certified gluten-free oats if serving guests with celiac disease. These keep for up to 4 days in the fridge.

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