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Peanut butter overnight oats are the perfect healthy breakfast idea for anyone who loves the taste of chocolate and peanut butter together (much like my chocolate peanut butter smoothie recipe!). These chocolate chip overnight oats with peanut butter are so easy to make that they are on regular rotation for quick breakfasts for my kids.
If you need a low carb version, make keto overnight oats instead.
Why You’ll Love These Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
- Nutty chocolate peanut butter flavor
- Creamy, spoonable texture
- Simple ingredients
- No baking or microwave needed
- Quick 5-minute prep time
- Dairy-free, with nut-free and vegan options
- Packed with protein and fiber
- Easy to enjoy on the go

Ingredients & Substitutions
This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for overnight peanut butter oats, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card below.
- Rolled Oats – These create the best consistency for this recipe compared to quick oats or steel cut oats. Oats are naturally gluten-free, but can become contaminated during processing. If you have a gluten intolerance, be sure to use gluten free oats.
- Chia Seeds – In addition to their fiber, these seeds help thicken the oat mixture. You can also use flax seeds instead.
- Peanut Butter – I used natural peanut butter for this recipe, but another nut butter (such almond butter) will give you similar results. If you want a nut-free alternative, you could use sunflower seed butter.
- Honey – I used this sugar-free honey as a natural sweetener, but any honey will work for this peanut butter overnight oats recipe. Substitute maple syrup for a vegan option.
- Vanilla Extract – Use high quality, pure vanilla extract for the best flavor.
- Chocolate Chips – I use these sugar free dark chocolate chips, but you can use any kind you prefer.
- Milk – The oats will absorb the liquid overnight and become fluffy, similar to how cooked oats would. I make my own unsweetened almond milk, but use any milk you like (homemade or store-bought), such as coconut milk, hemp milk, or simply regular dairy milk if your lifestyle allows.

How To Make Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
This section shows how to make overnight oats with chocolate chips and peanut butter, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique, to help you visualize it. For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card below.
- Combine. In a large bowl, combine oats, chia seeds, peanut butter, honey, vanilla, chocolate chips, and milk. (You can use a small bowl if making a single serving.)
- Divide. Place the oatmeal mixture into single serving containers, such as half pint jars, for an easy-to-grab breakfast. Cover with lids.
- Refrigerate. Chill the oat mixture overnight to thicken and allow the oats to absorb the liquid. If desired, top with more chocolate chips or an additional drizzle of peanut butter to serve.



Toppings & Variations
Peanut butter and oats are a classic combination, and there are endless ways to enjoy them for breakfast. Here are some ideas:
- Nuts – Add chopped nuts or seeds like walnuts, cashews, or almonds for a crunchy topping.
- Add fruit – Berries (strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries) and banana slices pair well with peanut butter and chocolate. Just add your fruit on top in the morning, or mash and mix in before refrigerating.
- Pumpkin spice – Swap the peanut butter, honey and chocolate for pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, and sugar-free maple syrup for a delicious fall breakfast.
- Almond joy – Replace peanut butter with almond butter, omit honey and chia seeds, and add unsweetened coconut flakes and sliced almonds.
- Snickers – Make this peanut butter chocolate overnight oats recipe taste like a snickers bar with a drizzle of caramel sauce (or sugar free caramel sauce).
Storage Instructions
- Store: Keep overnight oats with peanut butter in airtight containers and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Meal prep: Peanut butter chocolate overnight oats are a great way to meal prep. Simply make the oats and store in portion sized containers such as mason jars in the refrigerator or freezer.
- Freeze: After preparing, portion oats into individual containers and store them in the freezer. When you’re ready to eat, thaw overnight in the refrigerator. In the morning, give oats a good stir and garnish with fresh fruit, nuts, or any other toppings you like.

More Meal Prep Breakfast Recipes
Chocolate chip overnight oats are a great make-ahead, grab-and-go breakfast option. Here are a few of my other favorite make-ahead, healthy breakfast recipes:
Tools To Make Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
- Half Pint Jars – The easiest way to store individual servings of these chocolate chip overnight oats.
Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Peanut Butter Overnight Oats (Chocolate Chip!)
Chocolate chip peanut butter overnight oats are healthy, creamy, and naturally sweet. Prep in just 5 minutes for an easy make-ahead breakfast!
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Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients.
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Divide the mixture among 3 single serving containers, such as half pint jars, for easy-to-grab breakfasts. Cover with lids.
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Refrigerate for at least 5 hours, or preferably overnight.
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Serving size: 1 cup
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25 Comments
Debra Denkins
1Hi can I leave out the chia seeds? I have diverticulitis so I can’t eat anything with seeds will it take away from the flavor?
Wholesome Yum D
1Hi Debra, Yes, you can leave out the chia seeds, but it won’t be as thick.
Karen
0Question, would you recommend trying peanut butter powder in this recipe?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Karen, I have never tried pb powder but if you please let me know the results.
Patricia DeMuth
0I am just wondering how are oats keto,there’s alot of carbs in this recipe. I am new to this keto thing and only allowed 30gr of carbs.I love peanut butter and chia and would love to try this but why so many carbs??
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Patricia, This is not a keto recipe.
Esther
0Substitutes for oats?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Esther, If you are looking for a low carb version, you can use my Keto Overnight Oats recipe.
Victor L
0These ONO are absolutely delicious. I will admit I was skeptical about ONO but reading the ingredients I had to give it a try. I am a sucker for peanut peanut butter anything. These are so easy to make I make three servings so I can switch up breakfast during the week and not get burnt out eating the same thing every morning. Add this recipe to your weekly meal prep I promise you won’t be disappointed.
Linda
0Won’t the oatmeal be raw? I don’t see how the oatmeal is cooked in this recipe?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Linda, Oatmeal doesn’t need to be cooked. It gets softer from the milk.
Maricela
0this is not the recipe on facebook where you use hemp hearts, this is very high in carbs…….where can I find the one for Keto recipes???
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Maricela, Here is the recipe for keto overnight oats.
Ethne
0Are oats Keto? Wouldn’t have thought so!
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Ethne, These are not keto. You can find the nutritional facts under the recipe.
Susan S.
0Should this be heated in the morning or eaten cold? Thanks.
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Susan, I prefer to eat them cold.
Susan S.
0Thank you!
Jessica S
0Has anyone used with PB2 instead of peanut butter? Thoughts?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Jessica, I have never tried that, but please let me know the results if you do.
Jordan F
0I’ve been making these overnight oats for years. I keep a bunch in the fridge for my kids’ snacks and breakfast!
Matt
0I love overnight oats and peanut butter. This peanut butter overnight oats recipe is super easy and really hits the spot. A great breakfast option for peanut butter and oats lovers, like me.
Julia
0This is such a delicious recipe! Our family doesn’t eat peanut butter, but this recipe was just as tasty with sun-butter! Thanks for posting! I will be making this for kids for breakfast. So easy!
Michael Zepp
0What is Sun butter..is that a real thing?
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Michael, SunButter is a brand of sunflower seed butter.