Save to Pinterest A creamy, nutritious breakfast featuring layers of oats, juicy fruit, and rich peanut butter, all prepared the night before for a quick and healthy start.
Making these overnight oats jars has become my favorite routine during busy weekdays. Preparing them ahead lets me enjoy a wholesome, satisfying breakfast without rushing every morning.
Ingredients
- Rolled oats: 1 cup
- Milk (dairy or plant-based): 1 cup
- Plain yogurt (optional, for creaminess): 1/2 cup
- Chia seeds: 2 teaspoons
- Honey or maple syrup: 2 teaspoons
- Strawberries, sliced: 1/2 cup
- Banana, sliced: 1/2 cup
- Blueberries (or any mixed berries): 1/4 cup
- Natural peanut butter: 2 tablespoons
- Granola (optional): 2 tablespoons
- Chopped nuts (optional): 1 tablespoon
- Extra fruit for garnish (optional): as desired
Instructions
- Mix oats base:
- In a medium bowl, combine rolled oats, milk, yogurt (if using), chia seeds, and honey or maple syrup. Mix well until evenly combined.
- Layer jars:
- Divide half of the oat mixture between two jars or containers.
- Add fruit and peanut butter:
- Add a layer of sliced strawberries and bananas, followed by a spoonful of peanut butter in each jar.
- Top with oats:
- Top with the remaining oat mixture.
- Add final fruit:
- Add blueberries (or other berries) as the final fruit layer.
- Chill overnight:
- Cover the jars with lids and refrigerate overnight (at least 6 hours).
- Serve:
- In the morning, stir gently and top with granola, extra fruit, or chopped nuts as desired. Serve chilled.
Save to Pinterest My kids love helping assemble the layers, especially piling on extra bananas and blueberries. It makes morning time more fun and wholesome for the whole family.
Required Tools
Mixing bowl, spoon or spatula, 2 jars or airtight containers, measuring cups and spoons
Allergen Information
Contains peanuts and possible tree nuts. Dairy is present if using standard milk or yogurt. Oats and plant-based milks may contain traces of gluten or nuts.
Nutritional Information
Calories 370, Total Fat 13 g, Carbohydrates 48 g, Protein 12 g per serving
Save to Pinterest Enjoy these overnight oats jars as a grab-and-go breakfast or mid-morning snack. They're tasty, nourishing, and easy to prepare ahead!
Questions & Answers
- → Can I use plant-based milk instead of dairy?
Yes, any plant-based milk like almond or oat milk works well and keeps it dairy-free.
- → How long should the jars chill overnight?
Refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight for the oats to soften and flavors to meld.
- → Can I substitute peanut butter with other nut butters?
Absolutely, almond, cashew, or sunflower seed butter are great alternatives.
- → Are there any toppings recommended?
Granola, chopped nuts, or extra fruit add pleasant texture and flavor on top.
- → Is it possible to adjust sweetness levels?
Yes, you can vary honey or maple syrup amounts or omit for less sweetness.
- → Can I prepare this for meal prepping?
Yes, these jars keep well in the fridge for up to 2 days, making them ideal for prepping.