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.
I first tried making overnight oats in jars for my busy workdays and loved how easy it was to prepare a balanced breakfast with almost no effort. Stacking fruit and nut butter in layers makes every bite flavorful and satisfying.
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Ingredients
- Rolled oats: 1 cup
- Milk (dairy or plant-based): 1 cup
- Plain yogurt (dairy or plant-based, optional for creaminess): 1/2 cup
- Chia seeds: 2 teaspoons
- Honey or maple syrup: 2 teaspoons
- Fresh 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: as desired
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Instructions
- Mix oat 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 in 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.
- Finish with fruit:
- Add blueberries (or other berries) as the final fruit layer.
- Refrigerate overnight:
- Cover the jars with lids and refrigerate overnight (at least 6 hours).
- Garnish and 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 picking their own fruits for their jars, and we sometimes create a fun assembly line before bed. It's a perfect way to sneak extra nutrition into breakfast without fuss.
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Required Tools
You'll need a mixing bowl, spoon or spatula, measuring cups and spoons, and two jars or airtight containers for chilling overnight.
Allergen Information
Contains peanuts (peanut butter) and possible tree nuts (if using nut toppings). Contains dairy if using regular milk or yogurt. Oats and plant-based milks may contain traces of gluten or nuts, so always check labels if sensitive.
Nutritional Information
Each serving includes approximately 370 calories, 13 g total fat, 48 g carbohydrates, and 12 g protein.
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Overnight oats jars are your ticket to a stress-free, nutrient-packed morning. Just chill and enjoy straight from the fridge!
Common Recipe Questions
- → Can I use plant-based milk for the oats?
Yes, plant-based milk such as almond, soy, or oat milk works perfectly and keeps this dish dairy-free.
- → How long should the oats chill overnight?
Chilling for at least 6 hours is recommended to allow the oats to soften and flavors to meld.
- → What are good fruit alternatives to strawberries and banana?
Feel free to use seasonal fruits like mango, peaches, or mixed berries based on availability and preference.
- → Can peanut butter be substituted?
Yes, almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter are great alternatives to change flavor profiles.
- → Is yogurt necessary for creaminess?
Yogurt adds extra creaminess but can be omitted or replaced with plant-based yogurt for a lighter texture.
