Peanut Butter Overnight Oats for Steady Morning Energy

If you’re looking for a quick, balanced breakfast that actually keeps you full, this peanut butter overnight oats recipe checks every box. It’s creamy, naturally sweetened, packed with fiber and loaded with protein — all without turning on the stove. Even better, it takes just a few minutes to prep the night before.

Made with rolled oats, chia seeds, Greek yogurt and unsweetened oat milk, this recipe delivers steady energy thanks to its combination of complex carbohydrates, healthy fats and 15 grams of protein per serving. The natural peanut butter adds richness and staying power, while cinnamon gives it a subtle warmth. With 11 grams of fiber and just 5 grams of sugar, it’s a smart option for supporting blood sugar balance and long-lasting satiety.

Whether you’re rushing out the door, fueling up before work or looking for a heart-healthy breakfast option, these overnight oats are customizable, satisfying and easy to make your own.

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• Dash of cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
• 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2% fat recommended)
• 1 cup plain oat milk (unsweetened)

Instructions

1. Place 1/2 cup oats, 1 tablespoon of chia seeds, dash of cinnamon, 1 tablespoon of peanut butter, 2 tablespoons of yogurt and 1/2 cup of oat milk into each mason jar. Stir well with a butter knife to combine.
2. Place in fridge overnight, or for at least 3 hours.
3. In the morning, eat as is or add extra milk, nut butter or other toppings of choice.

Tips

• For thicker, creamier oats, use 1/4 cup of yogurt per jar.
• For thinner oats:
  • Add an extra 1-3 tablespoons of milk in the morning
  • Omit the chia seeds
  • Omit the Greek yogurt (protein content will go down)

This recipe was originally published on The Healthy Toast.