Peanut Butter Chocolate Overnight Oats (With NO Yogurt!) Recipe
Introduction
Chocolate peanut butter overnight oats are a deliciously rich and healthy way to start your day. This recipe, free of yogurt, tastes just like brownie batter and is perfect for a quick, satisfying breakfast in a jar.

Ingredients
- ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp peanut butter or other nut butter
- 1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder (optional)
- ¾ cup almond milk or milk of choice
- 1 tbsp chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a pint-sized jar, combine the oats, maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, peanut butter, and protein powder if using.
- Step 2: Pour the almond milk over the dry ingredients and stir well to combine. Seal the jar and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
- Step 3: After chilling, add chocolate chips on top or stir them in just before serving. Enjoy cold or warm as preferred.
Tips & Variations
- To enjoy warm oats, heat the mixture before adding chocolate chips to keep them from melting too quickly.
- Substitute peanut butter with almond or cashew butter for a different nutty flavor.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or a dash of espresso powder for extra depth.
- Use a flavored protein powder to customize the taste further or omit it to keep the recipe simple.
Storage
Store the overnight oats in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir well before eating, and reheat gently if you prefer warm oats. Add chocolate chips after reheating to maintain their texture.
How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make this recipe without protein powder?
Yes! The protein powder is optional and can be omitted without affecting the core texture or flavor of the oats.
Is it necessary to use chia seeds in the recipe?
Chia seeds help thicken the mixture and add extra fiber and omega-3s, but if you don’t have any, you can leave them out or replace them with ground flaxseed.
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Peanut Butter Chocolate Overnight Oats (With NO Yogurt!) Recipe
- Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This Peanut Butter Chocolate Overnight Oats recipe is a deliciously rich and healthy breakfast that tastes like brownie batter. Made without yogurt and combining the flavors of peanut butter and chocolate, it’s an easy make-ahead meal perfect for busy mornings. With a creamy texture and optional protein boost, this oats dish is a nutritious and satisfying start to your day.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp peanut butter or other nut butter
- 1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder (optional)
- ¾ cup almond milk or milk of choice
- 1 tbsp chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a pint-sized jar, add the oats, maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, peanut butter, and protein powder if using. This mixture forms the base of your delicious overnight oats.
- Add Milk and Stir: Pour the almond milk or your milk of choice over the dry ingredients, then stir thoroughly to combine everything evenly. This helps the oats and chia seeds absorb the liquid overnight.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the jar and place it in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours or overnight. This allows the oats to soften and the flavors to meld into a creamy and rich breakfast.
- Add Chocolate Chips and Serve: After the soaking period, add the chocolate chips on top or stir them in just before eating. You can enjoy the oats cold directly from the fridge or warm them up slightly if you prefer.
Notes
- If you like to eat your overnight oats warm, wait until after you’ve warmed them up to add the chocolate chips to prevent them from melting too much.
- You can substitute almond milk for any milk alternative you prefer, such as cow’s milk, oat milk, or soy milk.
- Protein powder is optional but recommended if you want an extra protein boost in your breakfast.
- Maple syrup can be adjusted or swapped for honey or another sweetener to suit your taste.
- Feel free to customize with other nut butters or add nuts and seeds for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: overnight oats, chocolate overnight oats, peanut butter oats, healthy breakfast, no yogurt oats, make ahead breakfast, gluten free breakfast

