Kid-Friendly Overnight Peanut Butter Protein Oats
This Kid-Friendly Overnight Peanut Butter Protein Oats recipe is the kind of thing you make on a Sunday night and thank yourself for all week. It’s creamy, naturally sweet, and packed with enough protein to keep little bellies full until lunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes (including refrigeration)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
- 1 cup (240ml) milk (any kind)
- 1/2 cup (120g) plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup (64g) creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon (15g) chia seeds (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- For topping (optional): banana slices, mini chocolate chips, extra drizzle of peanut butter
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together milk, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Stir in rolled oats and chia seeds until evenly combined.
- Divide the mixture evenly into four 8-ounce jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of space at the top.
- Seal the jars tightly and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
- Before serving, stir the oats and add desired toppings such as banana slices, mini chocolate chips, or an extra drizzle of peanut butter.
- Serve cold or at room temperature. If desired, microwave the jar (without metal lid) for 30-45 seconds for warm oats.
Notes
For best texture, use old-fashioned rolled oats, not instant. Stir peanut butter well before measuring. These keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter. For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free oats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (without toppi
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 16
Keywords: overnight oats, peanut butter, protein, kid-friendly, easy breakfast, meal prep