Switch up your breakfast routine by prepping some of these High-Protein Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats! This easy, no-cook breakfast is vegan, gluten-free and packed with 25g of protein and 13g of fiber per serving. You’ll love the mix of nostalgic peanut butter and jelly flavors with the creamy, hearty oats!
I’ve really been on an overnight oats kick recently. I think I may have finally overdone it with the eggs after months upon months of exclusively eating them for breakfast. And after pivoting to overnight oats, I‘ve been so excited about breakfast again!
Overnight oats are one of the simplest things to make and so I never really think to create and share a “recipe.” But after posting on my Instagram stories, I got a lot of feedback from people saying they want more overnight oats! And I’m here to please.
These High-Protein Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats are definitely my favorite flavor variation yet. You just can’t beat that nostalgic combo! These are just subtly sweet and bursting with nutty flavor, all while having a creamy, dreamy texture. Not to mention, they are made with healthy ingredients and will keep you full and satisfied for hours!
Why You’ll Love these High-Protein Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats
- Each serving packs in 25g of protein and 13g of fiber!
- These Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats are dairy free/vegan and gluten free.
- They taste so nostalgic...like a PB&J sandwich and overnight oats had a baby!
- These overnight oats are creamy, filling and so satisfying.
- You only need a few minutes to prep these and then you’ll have an easy breakfast ready for the whole week!
- This recipe can either be made with normal peanut butter or powdered peanut butter.
What You Need to Make these High-Protein Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats
- Rolled Oats: Old-fashioned/rolled oats are what you want here! Also, Bob’s Red Mill sells “Protein Oats” which taste the exact same as normal oats but will boost the protein even more!
- Chia Seeds: Chia seeds add additional fiber, protein and antioxidants to this breakfast recipe. You can certainly omit them if you don’t like the texture!
- Ground Flaxseed: Ground flaxseed is another easy way to boost the fiber in this recipe without even tasting it. However, it’s optional.
- Vanilla Protein Powder: I’ve only tried this with Wellious vegan vanilla protein powder which is my fav because it’s not chalky and it’s sweetened with monk fruit. If you make this with an unsweetened protein powder, you may want to add a splash of maple syrup or more jelly. You can also try omitting it entirely, but the texture of the overnight oats may be a little thinner.
- Kosher Salt: A pinch of salt enhances all the flavors in these overnight oats.
- Vanilla Extract: Just a splash!
- Vegan or Greek Yogurt: One of my favorite dairy-free alternatives is Siggi’s Plant-Based because it’s thick and creamy just like greek yogurt. If you can eat dairy, feel free to swap in plain Greek yogurt!
- Almond Milk: I typically use Malk almond milk which is unsweetened, but any milk will work here.
- Peanut Butter: Creamy, natural peanut butter…AKA the only ingredients should be peanuts and salt. I love Teddie’s and Spread the Love. I’ve also tried this with powdered peanut butter and it works just as well, if you want a slightly lighter option!
- Jelly: Raspberry jelly is my ride or die! I like using the Trader Joe’s reduced sugar raspberry preserves because there’s only 6g of sugar per serving. This would also be delicious with strawberry or grape jelly…whatever you prefer.
How To Make these High-Protein Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats
Stir Together Dry Ingredients:
First, pick a vessel for your overnight oats. I personally love using my Weck Jars for this! They’re sturdy glass jars with lids and they’re pretty aesthetically pleasing.
Then, add oats, protein powder, chia seeds, flaxseed and salt to your jar or container and stir to combine.
Add in Wet Ingredients:
Next, add in peanut butter, jelly, vanilla, almond milk and yogurt. Stir until combined. Make sure to stir well because sometimes the protein powder gets stuck in the bottom edges of the jar.
Refrigerate Overnight & Add Toppings:
Cover the jar with a lid and place in the fridge for at least 3 hours, or overnight. In the morning, if the texture is too thick for your preference, you can thin it out with a splash of water or almond milk.
Optionally, top with chopped fruit and peanuts or more peanut butter and jelly. Enjoy!
Which Protein Powder Should I Use?
Any vanilla protein powder (whey-based or plant-based) should work here. However, the taste and texture will vary slightly depending on which brand you use!
I have only tried this recipe using the Wellious vegan vanilla protein powder. It’s one of the best plant-based protein powders I’ve had because it’s not chalky.
It’s also sweetened naturally with monkfruit which adds some sweetness to these Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats. But, if your protein powder is not sweetened at all, you may want to add a splash of maple syrup or more jelly to your overnight oats.
What type of Peanut Butter & Jelly Should I Use?
I personally prefer to use natural creamy peanut butter...AKA it only has one or two ingredients (peanuts and salt). Some of my favorite brands are Teddies and Spread the Love.
Conventional peanut butter, such as Skippy, is fine too but tends to be on the thicker side and also comes filled with other unnecessary ingredients.
As for jelly, pick whatever flavor suits your fancy! I am a raspberry jam girly through and through so that’s what I went with. Specifically, I used the Trader Joe’s reduced sugar raspberry preserves. I like that these only have 6g of sugar per tablespoon because this is breakfast after all haha.
Topping Ideas:
- Strawberries or Raspberries: Fresh fruit adds fiber and color to these overnight oats! It also compliments the jelly really well.
- Chopped Peanuts: Adds crunch to contrast against the creamy oats.
- Peanut Butter: I mean…I’ll never complain about another drizzle of peanut butter.
- Jelly: The jelly flavor in these overnight oats is somewhat subtle, so if you want to bring it up a notch you can top it with more jelly!
Can I Meal Prep These High Protein Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats?
Yes, that’s exactly what this recipe is meant for! These only take a few minutes to prep and then you’ll have an easy, nourishing breakfast ready for you in the morning.
You can let them sit in the fridge for as little as 3 hours or as much as 4 days. You may notice that the oats soften up and the texture changes slightly the longer it sits.
They’re also super forgiving! So if you don’t add enough milk and want them to be a thinner consistency, you can just add a little bit more in the morning right before you eat them.
Find the full recipe below. As always, please let me know if you tried it by commenting below or tagging me on Instagram, @munchinwithmaddie_.
Looking for more Meal Prep Breakfast Recipes?
- Cookies and Cream Overnight Oats
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High-Protein Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats
Equipment
- jar or container with lid
- spoon
Ingredients
- â…“ cup rolled oats (certified GF if necessary)
- 1 scoop vegan vanilla protein powder (36g)*
- 1 tsp chia seeds (optional)**
- 1 tsp ground flaxseed (optional)
- pinch of kosher salt
- 1 tbsp creamy natural peanut butter or 2 tbsp of powdered peanut butter
- 1 tbsp jelly (I used Trader Joe's reduced sugar raspberry preserves)
- splash of vanilla extract
- â…” cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
- 1 heaping tbsp thick vegan yogurt or plain greek yogurt***
Instructions
- Add oats, protein powder, chia seeds, flaxseed and salt to a medium-sized jar or container and stir to combine.â…“ cup rolled oats, 1 scoop vegan vanilla protein powder, 1 tsp chia seeds, 1 tsp ground flaxseed, pinch of kosher salt
- Then, add in peanut butter, jelly, vanilla, almond milk and yogurt. Stir until combined.1 tbsp creamy natural peanut butter, 1 tbsp jelly, splash of vanilla extract, â…” cup unsweetened almond milk, 1 heaping tbsp thick vegan yogurt
- Cover with a lid and place in the fridge for at least 3 hours, or overnight. In the morning, if the texture is too thick for your preference, you can thin it out with a splash of water or almond milk.
- Optionally, top with chopped fruit and peanuts or more peanut butter and jelly. Enjoy!
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Did you make this recipe?
Please let me know how it turned out for you! Leave a comment below and tag @munchinwithmaddie_ on Instagram and/or hashtag it #munchinwithmaddie.
I really enjoyed the flavors! Mine turned out a bit runnier than I like, so I think I’ll do less milk next time, but with the addition of some granola on top, it made all the difference.
Aww I’m sorry! It may have been the protein powder – I know some of them make the overnight oats thicker than others. But I’m glad you still liked them 🙂