Not only are these easy peanut butter jelly overnight oats absolutely delicious, but they prep in minutes for a simple, nutritious meal-prep breakfast/snack!
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- Why You'll Love PB and J Overnight Oats
- Ingredient Notes
- Recipe Variations and Add-Ins
- How to Make Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats
- FAQs
- Pro Recipe Tips
- How to Store Overnight Oats
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Why You'll Love PB and J Overnight Oats
If my vegan peanut butter blondies and peanut butter and jelly thumbprint cookies didn't give it away, let me take a moment to gush over the amazing combination that is peanut butter and 'jelly' (aka grape or berry preserves). It's sweet, salty, creamy, and just… yummm. This time, I'm swapping PB and J sandwiches for low-fuss, nutritious, delicious, budget-friendly, meal-prep-friendly peanut butter overnight oats! And if you're looking for more breakfast ideas, try out this easy vegan breakfast sandwich, vegan breakfast pizza, or vegan Just Egg omelette.
Overnight oats have become a fridge staple over the last 2-3 years. You can prep an entire week's worth in minutes, then let them soak in the fridge until tender and creamy - no cooking needed! Grab a jar as wanted, add your favorite toppings, and voilà; an easy, nutritious breakfast/snack perfect for busy (or lazy) mornings, loaded with fiber, nutrients, complex carbs, and healthy fats to keep you satisfied for hours.
Looking for more oaty breakfasts? You might like peanut butter protein balls with oatmeal, vegan raisin oatmeal cookies, or vegan banana oatmeal muffins.
Ingredient Notes
Recipe Variations and Add-Ins
- Salt: A pinch of salt enhances the oat flavor and balances sweetness.
- Vanilla extract: For warm, dessert-y depth (i.e., it's delicious!).
- Sweetener: i.e., brown sugar, coconut sugar, date sugar, maple syrup, agave, sugar-free erythritol, etc.
- Chia seeds: Add one tablespoon for thickness, fiber, protein, and omega-3s.
- Vegan yogurt: Make the healthy peanut butter overnight oats creamier by stirring in some vegan yogurt.
- Protein powder: Add a scoop of plain, vanilla, or peanut butter plant protein powder. Add more liquid if needed.
How to Make Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats
Step 1: In your preferred bowl/jar/container, mix the oats, plant milk, and peanut butter.
Step 2: Spoon the berry preserves over the top, cover with a lid or foil/plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, mix, optionally add toppings, and enjoy!
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If the peanut butter isn't runny, microwave it for 20-30 seconds.
FAQs
While there's no need to heat them, since the soaking time softens the oats, you could microwave them for 1-2 minutes, if preferred.
I don't recommend it, as they require much longer to soak and have a slightly different ingredient ratio (which I haven't tested just yet).
Honestly, it depends on your preferred texture. I recommend a minimum of 3-4 hours. At that point, it'll be soupier with oats that still have some bite/chew. Personally, I find 7-8 hours is the sweet spot for tender, creamy oats.
Pro Recipe Tips
- Firmer vs. softer oats: Adjust the soaking time. 3-4 hours leave a soupier mix with firmer oats. 8 hours is my 'tender' sweet spot.
- Adjust liquid as needed: Oats too thick after soaking? Add more plant milk!
- Sweeten to taste: The peanut butter and berry preserves may be sweet enough, but taste and adjust as needed.
- For a flavor boost: Add PB powder! It adds concentrated flavor, fiber, protein, and significantly fewer calories (like ¼th)and fat than PB.
- Only add toppings when serving: Otherwise, they soften (especially granola/nuts) and become a little… icky. Likewise, fresh ingredients (like fruit) can affect the shelf life - I had to learn that one the hard way.
How to Store Overnight Oats
Store overnight oats in airtight containers or covered with plastic wrap in the refrigerator for 4-5 days, only adding toppings before serving.
You can also freeze the base overnight oats with peanut butter for up to 3 months. Then, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight. Stir well, top, and enjoy.
Pro tip: Meal prepping? Use stackable containers! They save space, and there's less chance of anything falling/causing a mess.
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Peanut Butter Jelly Overnight Oats
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¾ cup of old-fashioned oats
- ¾ cup of plant-based milk
- 2 tablespoons of melted peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons of raspberry or strawberry preserves
- Raspberries or chopped strawberries for garnish
- Crushed peanuts for garnish
Optional ingredients:
- 1 to 2 teaspoons of chia seeds added in step 1
- 1 teaspoon of agave or maple syrup added in step 1
Instructions
- Add the oats and plant-based milk to a storage container, glass, or mason jar.
- Pour on the melted peanut butter. Top with preserves.
- Cover with a lid or aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight.
- In the morning, mix and enjoy chilled. (No cooking or heating is necessary-the oats soften overnight.) Garnish with fruit and crushed peanuts.
Notes
- Firmer vs. softer oats: Adjust the soaking time. 3-4 hours leave a soupier mix with firmer oats. 8 hours is my 'tender' sweet spot.
- Adjust liquid as needed: Oats too thick after soaking? Add more plant milk!
- Sweeten to taste: The peanut butter and berry preserves may be sweet enough, but taste and adjust as needed.
- For a flavor boost: Add PB powder! It adds concentrated flavor, fiber, protein, and significantly fewer calories (like ¼th)and fat than PB.
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