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Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats is a delicious breakfast that is inspired by the classic PB&J sandwich. This overnight oats recipe is made with a creamy peanut butter overnight oatmeal base & topped with fresh chia jam, providing you with tons of a fiber, protein, and nutrition. Simply prepare in advanced for a wholesome meal-prep friendly breakfast!

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This PB&J Overnight Oats recipe taste like the classic sandwich. Best of all it is easy to prepare and is downright delicious!

This PB&J Overnight Oats recipe is full of creamy peanut butter and topped with fresh chia jam. It’s a hearty, filling, and a great way to enjoy the classic sandwich…for breakfast! Plus, it’s an easy, no-cook, and delicious spin on the childhood favorite that will be a hit with everyone.

Why you’ll love this recipe

Overnight oats take no time to make, just 5 minutes.
This breakfast is loaded with creamy peanut butter & topped with fresh chia jam, making it taste like a the classic PB&J sandwich.
It’s a vegan overnight oats recipe.
Plus, it’s a gluten-free overnight oats recipe.

Key Ingredients

Rolled Oats: Rolled oats, also known as old fashioned oats, are the best kind of oats to use for overnight oats, because they absorb the liquid the best. However, if you only have quick oats on hand, you can use them too!
Peanut Butter: Creamy peanut butter adds that deliciously rich, creamy, and nutty flavor we all love in a PB&J. Of course, this can be swapped with any nut or seed butter.
Maple Syrup: Just a little to sweeten the oats. You can also sub the maple syrup for coconut sugar.
Chia Seeds: Chia seeds are a good source of protein and help with absorbing the liquid.
Flaxseeds: Flaxseeds are loaded with nutrients, high in omega-3 fats, rich in dietary fiber, and you can’t even taste them. They are completely optional, so no problem if you don’t have them…yet!
Chia Jam: I suggest using my homemade chia jam, but you can use store bought jam if you want as well.
Non-dairy Milk: Any non-dairy milk will work. I personally used unseewetend almond milk in this recipe.

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How to make Overnight Oats

Overnight oats are probably the easiest and quickest breakfast to make. Thus, they’re the perfect breakfast for when you’re on the go. All it takes is few easy steps to prepare this Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats.

Make the peanut butter milk. In a medium bowl, add the non-dairy milk, maple syrup, creamy peanut butter, chia seeds, and flaxseeds. Mix well until you achieve creamy peanut butter milk.
Add the oats. Stir in rolled oats.
Refrigerate. Transfer to a glass jar or container and place in fridge for 4 hours or overnight.
Enjoy. Once ready to serve feel free to add your favorite toppings and enjoy!

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Tips for making this overnight oats recipe perfectly

Overnight oats are easy to make, but be sure to follow these tips to ensure a breakfast treat.

Use rolled oats for a chewy texture or quick oats for a softer texture.
Be sure to mix together the wet ingredients, before adding in the dry ingredients.
For preparation, mix this recipe in large bowl, because it’s easier to stir.

Overnight Oats Toppings

The toppings is what take this overnight oats recipe to the next level. I personally topped mine with some of the homemade raspberry chia jam, fresh raspberries, peanuts, and a drizzle of creamy peanut butter. Nevertheless, you can top your peanut butter oatmeal bowl with any combination that you wish!

Fresh berries: blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, cherries, etc.
Fresh chia jam
Banana slices
Nut butter: creamy peanut butter, almond butter, pecan butter, cashew butter, hazelnut butter, etc.
Chopped nuts: peanuts, almonds, sunflower seeds, pecans, cashews, walnuts, hazelnuts, etc.
Hemp seeds or chia seeds
Coconut flakes or shredded coconut

No matter what you top your peanut butter and jelly oatmeal with, it will be a classic!

Substitutions

If you don’t have flaxseeds, you can double the amount of chia seeds, or completely omit.
Use any of your favorite non-dairy milk. I used unsweetened almond milk, but you can certainly use cashew or cashew milk.
Add creamy peanut butter, chunky peanut butter, or your favorite nut or seed butter.
With the chia jam, use your favorite fresh or frozen berries!

Overnight Oats FAQs

ARE OVERNIGHT OATS HEALTHY?

Overnight oats are a wonderful breakfast option! They’re loaded with fiber and give you lasting energy throughout the morning. The addition of the creamy peanut butter, chia seeds, and flaxseeds in this recipe also provide some extra protein, nutrients, and essential minerals for you.

HOW LONG DO OVERNIGHT OATS LAST?

Typically, overnight oats last for 4-5 days in the fridge, however they’re best to be enjoyed within a couple of days, since the oats will become softer in texture.

DO YOU EAT THEM HOT OR COLD?

However you want! Overnight oats are typically enjoyed cold. However, if you’re not a fan of cold breakfasts, then just pop them into the microwave or add them to the stove to heat them up, after they soak overnight.

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