Vegan Peanut Butter Overnight Oats with Vanilla Protein
Last Updated on March 18, 2024 by Annie
Elevate your meal prep with these simple vegan peanut butter overnight oats with vanilla protein powder. Packed with hearty oats, creamy peanut butter, and filling vanilla protein powder, these gluten- and dairy-free overnight oats make a filling breakfast for busy mornings!
Stovetop and baked oatmeal hold a special place in my heart and breakfast lineup which is why I have been slow to convert to the overnight oats trend.
Some of the recipes I tried my first times making overnight oats left a lot to be desired. I felt like the oats weren’t soft enough or the consistency was too runny.
About a month ago my husband wanted to make some overnight oats to take with him to work. I scoured through some of the top recipes and made a few changes to get these overnight oats to the right flavor and finish.
These protein packed overnight oats have a thick consistency, can be ready to eat in 4 hours, and come together in 5 minutes.
Why We Love these Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Not only are these overnight oats delicious and vegan but they are also:
- Easy to make– With about 5-10 minutes of work you can easily prep a batch of overnight oats for the week!
- Versatile– Swap out the non-dairy milk, protein, or sweetener to change up the flavor of these easy to make oats.
- Filling– Rolled oats, chia seeds, and vanilla protein powder make these delicious oats a satisfying breakfast or snack.
- Healthy– Vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with protein these overnight oats are loaded with nutritional value.
Dairy-Free Changes to Vegan Vanilla Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Three main ingredients keep this recipe vegan and dairy-free.
- Non-dairy milk– I’ve swapped a traditional milk with plant-based milk such as oat milk or almond milk in these easy oats.
- Vegan protein powder– I used Orgain Vanilla Protein powder to make these a delicious and vegan treat!
- Maple syrup– To naturally sweeten the overnight oats I used maple syrup. You could also use agave.
How to Make Vegan Overnight Oats
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Rolled oats– Also called Old-Fashioned Oats, work best in this recipe.
- Chia seeds– Helps the overnight oats have a thick pudding like consistency.
- Vanilla Protein Powder- I used Orgain Vegan Vanilla Protein Powder in this recipe.
- Cinnamon– For a little flavor.
- Peanut Butter- Creamy peanut butter works great.
- Vanilla– To boost the vanilla flavor.
- Maple Syrup- You could also use agave to keep it vegan.
- Non-dairy milk- I’ve used both oat milk and almond milk to make these simple vegan overnight oats.
Step-by-Step Directions for Vanilla Protein Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
- Mix dry ingredients: In a 2 cup mason jar add rolled oats, chia seeds, vanilla protein powder, and cinnamon.
- Add wet ingredients: Next add the maple syrup, peanut butter, vanilla, and non-dairy milk.
- Stir together: Using a mini whisk or spoon, mix the vegan peanut butter overnight oats together.
- Refrigerate: Secure a lid on the mason jar and store in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before enjoying.
Helpful Kitchen Tools
Some kitchen tools or ingredients you might want to have on hand for this vegan overnight oats recipe include:
- Mason Jars– 2 cup mason jars work best for these easy overnight oats.
- Mini Whisk– Great for getting into the mason jar and stirring up the mixture.
- Protein Powder– Vegan vanilla protein powder adds a boost of flavor and nutrition to this recipe.
Serving and Storing Suggestions
To store overnight oats:
- Close lid tightly
- Place in the refrigerator
- Chill at least 4 hours
- Keep for up to 5 days in advance
These easy and healthy overnight oats are great served cold and plain but if you are looking to boost the flavors, here are a few serving suggestions you might want to consider:
- Drizzle with peanut butter (as pictured below)
- Top with fresh fruits like banana, cherries, raspberries for extra flavors.
- Sprinkle with crisp granola to give it a little crunch.
- Add nuts like salted peanuts for some healthy fats and a salty crunch.
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Vegan Peanut Butter Overnight Oats with Vanilla Protein Powder
Hearty, healthy, and quick to make, these vegan peanut butter overnight oats are a gluten-free meal prep recipe perfect for busy mornings!
Ingredients
- ½ cup Old-Fashioned Oats
- 1 Tablespoon Chia Seeds
- 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder vegan
- ⅛ teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1 Tablespoon Peanut Butter
- 1 Tablespoon Maple Syrup
- ¼ teaspoon Vanilla
- ¾ cup Non-dairy Milk
Instructions
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In a 2 cup mason jar add ½ cup rolled oats, 1 Tablespoon chia seeds, 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, and ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon.
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Next add 1 Tablespoon maple syrup, 1 Tablespoon peanut butter, ¼ teaspoon vanilla, and ¾ cup non-dairy milk.
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Using a mini whisk or spoon, mix the vegan peanut butter overnight oats together.
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Secure a lid on the mason jar and store in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before enjoying.
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