Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats without Chia Seeds

These peanut butter and jelly overnight oats without chia seeds are an easy protein-packed breakfast. Creamy, dreamy, and oh sooo satisfying with swirls of peanut butter and fresh jam in each bite.

Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are a classic lunchtime favorite. They somehow still transport me back to my childhood anytime I eat them. This pb&j oat recipe gives all the same nostalgic feels. The combination of oats and flaxseed meal is our "bread" that just so happens to pack a nutritional punch of fiber, protein, and omega-3's (healthy fats).

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• How to make pb&j overnight oats
• Top tips for making overnight oats
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• Overnight oat storage and meal prep
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Peanut butter and jelly overnight oat ingredients

These peanut butter and jelly overnight oats come together with just a handful of simple ingredients.

• Gluten-free rolled oats: Certified gluten-free old-fashioned oats are a must for my fellow gluten-intolerant friends.
• Non-dairy milk: use your favorite unsweetened plant-based milk. I love vanilla almond milk, but you can also add 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract if you only have plain on hand.
• Natural peanut butter: opt for peanut butter with just peanuts (and salt) listed in the ingredients. Crunchy or creamy both work well - use your favorite!
• Jam: use a jam with minimal ingredients for best results. You can also make a homemade chia jam! If you're in the New England area, I highly recommend Sidehill Farm Jams (available at Whole Foods).
• Flaxseed meal: golden or brown flaxseed meal both work.
• Pure maple syrup: the sweetness ties all the flavors together perfectly, don't skip it!
• Salt: just a pinch is needed to enhance the flavors.

How to make pb&j overnight oats

This overnight oat recipe is perfect for busy mornings and with just a bit of prep, you can have a healthy breakfast at your fingertips!

1. First, add all ingredients to a 12-14 oz jar (with a sealable lid).
2. Next, whisk the ingredients together, then add the cover and shake.
3. Then, place in the fridge and let chill for at least 4-6 hours.
4. Finally, remove from the fridge, uncover, and stir well. Add toppings and enjoy!

Top tips for making overnight oats

• The recipe is written for the texture to be ultra-creamy. If this isn't the case when you remove it from the fridge, add a splash of milk and stir.
• Overnight oats are meant to be enjoyed as cold oats (a dream on a hot summer morning) but you can warm them if you wish.
• Stick to rolled oats as steel-cut oats will be too chewy and quick oats will become too soggy.
• Creamy peanut butter is typically recommended for overnight oats but crunchy peanut butter also works. The bits of peanuts don't stay as crunchy as they chill/soak so top with crushed peanuts if you're looking for that texture.
• Use jars that are at least 12-14 oz, with covers! A Mason jar, working glass, or small airtight container is ideal. 
• Don't forget the toppings! Adding fresh fruit or a handful of chopped nuts is a great way to add extra nutrients and flavor.

Variations

Take this peanut butter and jelly overnight oat recipe as a base and have some fun with it! Here are some of my favorite ways to customize the oats:

🥛 Milk of choice: if you don't want to use almond milk, soy milk, coconut milk, or cashew milk are great options in this recipe. For an extra oaty flavor, use oat milk.

🍓 Fresh berries: instead of jam, add fresh berries (whole or mashed)!

🍫 Sweet surprise: top with mini vegan white chocolate chips or cacao nibs for a fun dessert-style twist. Drizzle with melted chocolate, dark chocolate tahini, or brownie oat butter.

🍌 Fruit toppings: add sliced bananas, apples, mangoes, or fresh peaches for additional fresh fruit flavors. Dried fruits like cranberries, raisins, or goji berries are a great option too!

🥜 Nut butter: swap peanut butter with almond butter or cashew butter.

💪 Protein boost: add vegan greek yogurt (decrease the amount of milk used to offset the dry-to-liquid ratio) and/or top with crushed nuts and hemp seeds.

Overnight oat storage and meal prep

I love using these jars for easy meal prep - they're the perfect size! Remove from the fridge, stir, and add your favorite toppings. I love mixing and matching flavors and making one with raspberry jam, another with blueberry jam, and so on rather than doing a big batch. Do what works best for you!

Store the pb&j overnight oats in the fridge in a sealed container for up to 5 days.

More gluten-free oat recipes

• Vegan Carrot Cake Overnight Oats
• Peanut Butter Overnight Oats without Chia Seeds
• Vegan Pumpkin Pecan Oatmeal
• Strawberry Coconut Oatmeal
• Easy Vegan White Chocolate Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies
• Vegan Gluten-Free Apple Crisp + Nutty Crumble Topping

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