Chocolate peanut butter overnight oats are going to officially change your breakfast routine.
These chocolate peanut butter oats are ultra creamy thanks to a combination of Greek yogurt and almond milk. Then lightly sweetened with maple syrup and studded with chunks of dark chocolate and raisins, this overnight oatmeal tastes like a monster cookie while being worthy of breakfast.
How to Make Overnight Oats
With overnight oats, it’s all about making them to your preference. I’ll share the method that I like best along with a few swaps/options that might work for you!
Overnight Oats Step 1: Start with a base made of yogurt and milk
I like the combination of Greek yogurt and milk in my overnight oats because it creates an ultra creamy texture. Milk hydrates the oat quickly while yogurt adds creaminess and just a bit of tang. You’ll see in this chocolate peanut butter overnight oats recipe that I use Greek yogurt and almond milk. I like the flavor and texture of almond milk, but you can also use whatever milk you have on hand.
Same goes for the Greek yogurt, if you don’t like Greek yogurt, use regular and if you want to keep this dairy-free, use a non-dairy yogurt.
Overnight Oats Step 2: Use old-fashioned rolled oats
I have found that old-fashioned rolled oats are the best variety to use in overnight oats for a couple of reasons.
Old-fashioned oats are often already in your pantry, and if not, you’ll use them for other things like granola, oatmeal cookies, and fruit crisps.
Old-fashioned oats offer more texture than instant or minute oats. Instant oats will hydrate much quicker, creating a more “goopy” texture.
Overnight Oats Step 3: Add some fat and protein
Nut butters and flax seeds add flavor and texture to the oatmeal. Chia seeds would also be a good option.
You can use whatever nut butter you have on hand, I prefer lightly salted unsweetened nut butters, but use what you like!
Overnight Oats Step 4: Add some flavor!
Overnight oats can really take on any flavor you throw at them. Hell, if you want savory overnight oats give it a whirl!
For the sweeter variety I like to flavor with vanilla or almond extract, warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg and cardamom, a splash of maple syrup or honey for natural sweetness, and some fresh or dried fruit.
This cookie-inspired oatmeal is a bit decadent thanks to the dark chocolate.
How long do overnight oats last?
Overnight oats can last up to 1 week stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Do you heat up overnight oats?
Overnight oats are designed to be an on-the-go breakfast and meant to be eaten cold. However, if you aren’t so sure about “cold” oatmeal, you can heat the soaked oats in the microwave for about 45 seconds on high until heated through.
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Lauren Grant is a professional culinary food scientist, food writer, recipe developer, and food photographer. Lauren is a previous magazine editor and test kitchen developer and has had work published in major national publications including Diabetic Living Magazine, Midwest Living Magazine, Cuisine at Home Magazine, EatingWell.com, AmericasTestKitchen.com, and more.
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