Easy Peanut Butter Overnight Oats Meal Prep for Busy Mornings
These Easy Peanut Butter Overnight Oats Meal Prep are a quick, no-cook breakfast that comes together in 5 minutes. Made with simple ingredients like rolled oats, peanut butter, and milk, they’re perfect for busy mornings and can be customized with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes (plus 4-12 hours refrigeration)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
- 1 cup (240ml) milk of choice (whole milk recommended)
- 1/4 cup (60g) creamy peanut butter (Skippy or Jif recommended)
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) maple syrup or honey
- 1 tablespoon (15g) chia seeds (optional)
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: sliced bananas, extra peanut butter, mini chocolate chips, chopped peanuts
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together milk, peanut butter, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined.
- Add rolled oats, chia seeds (if using), and a pinch of salt to the bowl. Stir until all oats are coated in the liquid.
- Divide the oat mixture evenly among 4 mason jars or airtight containers, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Seal the jars and shake well to distribute ingredients. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight (8-12 hours).
- Serve cold directly from the jar, or microwave without the lid for 45-60 seconds for a warm breakfast.
- Add desired toppings before serving, such as sliced bananas, extra peanut butter, or chocolate chips.
Notes
For best results, use rolled oats (not instant or steel-cut). If using natural peanut butter, stir well before measuring. The oats will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months. Adjust sweetness to taste by varying the maple syrup or honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 12
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