Skip the sugary jelly and make these healthy PB&J overnight oats instead! Made with real fruit, peanut butter, Greek yogurt and no added sugar, these make-ahead oats are a little taste of your childhood favorite, but all grown up! (gluten-free)
Can I let you in on a little secret? I didn't peanut butter and jelly sandwiches very often as a kid. I just didn't care for sandwiches much, period. But now? I have been loving the peanut butter and jelly combination! Though I rarely use actual jelly, I love the combination of soft, jammy fruit and drippy peanut butter. It's a combination that's just begging to be crafted into dreamy overnight oats.
Why You'll Love These PB&J Overnight Oats
Instead of white bread with sugary peanut butter and jelly, I've been giving my PB&J an adult upgrade that's a little more health-conscious. I use natural peanut butter (made with just peanuts) and frozen mixed berries for natural flavor and sweetness with no added sugar or unnecessary additives. The berries thaw into a jam-like state in the refrigerator overnight while the oatmeal sits and absorbs all of the peanutty goodness. It's a delicious combination. Plus, a breakfast that's ready to go when you wake up in the morning - what could be better?
Are These Overnight Oats Healthy?
Yes! Besides having no added sugar, the super simple but nutritious ingredients in these overnight oats combine into a breakfast that is naturally high in protein, fiber and healthy fat - a winning combination for fullness and steady, lasting energy.
How To Make PB&J Overnight Oats
- Stir together the yogurt, milk and peanut butter.
- Add the oats and chia seeds and stir.
- Layer the frozen berries in the bottom of a jar. Pour the oat mixture on top. Then cover, refrigerate overnight, and enjoy in the morning!
Can They Be Made In a Peanut Butter Jar?
I'm so glad you asked! In my house, no peanut butter jar is allowed to be thrown out without first being used for overnight oats! To make these in an almost-empty peanut butter jar, simply stir the yogurt, peanut butter and milk together in the jar, add the oats and chia seeds, stir, and top with the frozen berries.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Use any kind of frozen berries you like - raspberries, strawberries, etc. Or sub fresh berries! You can gently mash them with a fork for a more jam-like consistency.
- You can use quick oats or quick cooking steel cut oats in place of rolled oats.
- This recipe is delicious with almond butter instead of peanut butter.
- You can use flax seeds or hemp seeds in place of chia seeds.
How To Heat Overnight Oats
If you prefer your overnight oats warm, you can certainly heat them up in the morning! Just pop them into the microwave, cover, and heat for about 60 seconds. Then stir and enjoy. If your jar is not glass, make sure to pour your oats into a microwave-safe bowl before heating.
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PrintHealthy PB&J Overnight Oats
Skip the sugary jelly and make these healthy PB&J overnight oats instead! Made with real fruit, peanut butter, Greek yogurt and no added sugar, these make-ahead oats are a little taste of your childhood favorite, but all grown up! (gluten-free)
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: breakfast
- Method: no cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- ¼ cup natural peanut butter
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 ½ cups milk of choice
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
Instructions
- Whisk together peanut butter, yogurt, and milk. Stir in oats and chia seeds.
- Divide berries between two jars or other containers with lids. Pour oat mixture over berries.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours.
- Stir and enjoy cold or warm in the morning. Top with chopped peanuts, a drizzle of peanut butter, or more raspberries, if desired.
Notes
- If you prefer your overnight oats warm, pop them into the microwave, cover, and heat for about 60 seconds. Then stir and enjoy.
Ingredient Substitutions:
- Use any kind of frozen berries you like - raspberries, strawberries, etc. Or sub fresh berries! You can gently mash them with a fork for a more jam-like consistency.
- You can use quick oats or quick cooking steel cut oats in place of rolled oats.
- This recipe is delicious with almond butter instead of peanut butter.
- You can use flax seeds or hemp seeds in place of chia seeds.
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Do you mash the raspberries? In the photo it looks like jelly I don’t understand how they become like that without mashing first
The raspberries soften up as they thaw and get mushy, but you can certainly mash them if you’d like!
Hi there, just jumping on the steel cut oats train so forgive the ignorance -- the oats are cooked before you add them to the recipe....yes? Thanks!
Hi Lilah! The quick steel cut oats do not need to be cooked first. If you can't find the quick cooking ones, I'd suggest using regular rolled oats (also uncooked)!
This was fantastic. I will definitely be making this again. I followed the instructions exactly, except, I put a tablespoon of cherry preserves in the bottom instead of raspberries. Yum! Thanks for the recipe!
Hi Kerri,
I'm glad you enjoyed the recipe. Thanks for stopping by!
Wow, looks so yummy...need to try this!
Thank you, enjoy!
Would you have to make any changes if you used regular steel cut oats and not quick cook??
Hi Nancy,
No, you would follow the same instructions. Your oats just might have a bit more bite to them. Thanks for stopping by!
I really need to know the carbs. I have recently been diagnosed Diabetic.
Hi Rebecca, You can use the Super Tracker tool on MyPlate.gov to calculate the nutrition information if you wish. Thanks for stopping by!
Does anyone know the macros on this recipe? Per serving?
Hi Molly,
You can use the Super Tracker tool on MyPlate.gov to calculate the nutrition information if you wish. Thanks for stopping by!
What size jars?
Hi Kay,
I use pint size jars. Enjoy!
looks so good! it would be awesome if you supplied nutritional information too.
Hi RB,
Thanks for stopping by! I don't provide nutrition information so that my site is safe for those recovering from eating disorders and for those trying to get out of the diet mentality. Thanks!
Sounds delicious, but the photo doesn’t seem to match the instructions. It looks as though the middle layer doesn’t ha e peanut butter. Any thoughts?
Hi Christy,
The oatmeal has peanut butter. I just added an extra drizzle of PB in the glass 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
genius!!!