Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats

Serves: 1
Prep time: 5 minutes
Chill time: 4 hours minimum (overnight best)

Ingredients

Base

• 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

• 2/3 cup unsweetened plant milk (almond, soy, or oat)

• 1 tablespoon chia seeds

Peanut Butter Layer

• 1 1/2 tablespoons natural peanut butter

• 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave

• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

Jelly Component

• 1/4 cup fruit preserves or jam (strawberry, raspberry, or grape)

  • OR 1/3 cup mashed fresh or frozen berries

Instructions

1. Mix the Oats

1. In a jar or bowl, combine:

   • Rolled oats

   • Plant milk

   • Chia seeds

2. Stir well so the chia seeds don’t clump.

3. Let sit for 1–2 minutes, then stir again.

2. Add Peanut Butter Flavor

1. Stir in:

   • Peanut butter

   • Maple syrup

   • Vanilla

   • Salt

2. Mix until fully incorporated and creamy.

3. Layer or Mix the Jelly

You have two good options:

Layered (PB&J style):

• Spoon the oats into your container.

• Swirl or layer the jam on top.

Mixed (even flavor):

• Stir the jam directly into the oats.

4. Chill

• Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Morning Adjustments

• Stir again before eating.

• Add a splash of plant milk if thicker than you like.

• Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.

Topping Ideas (Optional but Good)

• Sliced banana

• Crushed peanuts

• Extra drizzle of peanut butter

• Fresh berries

• Hemp seeds

Texture & Flavor Tips

• Creamier oats: Use oat milk or add 1 tablespoon coconut yogurt.

• Thicker oats: Add an extra teaspoon of chia seeds.

• Less sweet: Use unsweetened peanut butter and reduce syrup.

• High protein: Add 1–2 tablespoons vegan protein powder and an extra splash of milk.

Make-Ahead Notes

• Keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days.

• Stir once daily for best texture.