PB&J for breakfast? Yes! These Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats are an easy, healthy and tasty way to start the day. Packed with fresh fruit, hearty oats, chia seeds and creamy peanut butter, they’re perfect to prep ahead so breakfast is ready to grab and go.
If you’re not an overnight oats convert yet, I get it — they can feel repetitive — but this is my favorite oatmeal flavor for now and worth a try. Earlier this week I shared Spiced Pear + Walnut Overnight Oats and Chocolate Pistachio Overnight Oats, both delicious, but the classic peanut butter and jelly combination still feels unbeatable.
This recipe captures that childhood sandwich in a spoonable, nutrient-rich breakfast. It delivers fiber, protein and healthy fats while letting fresh fruit shine as the “jelly.” You can easily swap different berries to vary the flavor, and stirring in a little jam with the mashed fruit will deepen the flavor if you want an extra-sweet touch.
I usually make several jars at once so busy mornings are simple. This peanut butter and jelly version is the first overnight oats I actually enjoyed cold straight from the fridge, though it warms nicely if you prefer. If you plan to heat your oats, wait to add the berry “jelly” until after warming. If you’re eating cold, mash the berries into a jam-like spread and layer on top before chilling. For those with peanut allergies, use another nut or seed butter and the recipe still works great.
This post wraps up a week of oat-focused breakfasts. While peanut butter & jelly overnight oats are my go-to right now, there are plenty of other flavor ideas to explore — check the site’s overnight oats collection if you want more options or variations to try.
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Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats, regular or gluten free
- 1/2 cup milk of choice
- 2 tsp natural peanut butter
- 1 tsp pure maple syrup, optional
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- 4-5 frozen strawberries, thawed (or 1/4 cup frozen berries, thawed)
- dash of sea salt
Instructions
- Add all ingredients except the berries to a bowl or jar that can be sealed.
- Stir well to combine.
- If eating cold, mash the thawed berries with a fork until jam-like and spread over the oats before sealing.
- If you prefer the oats warm, heat them in the morning and then stir in the mashed berries after warming.
- Refrigerate overnight and enjoy in the morning.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation.
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