Easy Peanut Butter Jelly Overnight Oats

Alright, gather ’round, you lovely humans, because if your mornings are anything like mine, they start with a half-eaten granola bar strategically placed on the counter (by me, obviously), a desperate search for matching socks (good luck), and a general sense of “what even is time?” Well, my friends, I’m here to introduce you to your new morning hero: Easy Peanut Butter Jelly Overnight Oats. It’s exactly what it sounds like – your favorite childhood sandwich, but in a creamy, dreamy, no-cook breakfast form. Why should you try it? Because it’s delicious, ridiculously easy, and it means you can hit snooze one more time knowing breakfast is literally waiting for you. Plus, it tastes like dessert, and who doesn’t want dessert for breakfast?

So, the other morning, I had a batch of these glorious oats chilling in the fridge. I’d made them the night before, feeling all smug and organized. My husband, bless his heart, stumbled into the kitchen, clearly not having had enough coffee yet, and peered into the jar. “Is that… a deconstructed PB&J milkshake?” he mumbled, rubbing his eyes. I explained it was overnight oats. He looked skeptical, then walked away. Five minutes later, I found him with a spoon, halfway through one of the jars, looking like a kid caught with his hand in the cookie jar. He tried to play it cool, saying, “Just… testing it for quality control.” Uh huh. Meanwhile, my five-year-old, who usually needs a hostage negotiation to eat anything resembling “breakfast,” saw the swirl of jam and peanut butter, declared it “dessert,” and happily gobbled it down. Success! I call that a win, even if it did mean making another batch immediately.

Time-Saving Hacks

• Shortcut that keeps you sane: Pre-measure your oats and chia seeds into individual jars on Sunday. Then in the morning, just add liquid, jam, and peanut butter. Boom, instant genius.
• Hack that saves dishes but still looks like effort: Seriously, just mix everything directly in the jar you’re going to eat from. One spoon, one jar, minimal cleanup. You’re welcome.
• The sneaky “cheat” you always pull when you’re in a rush: Use those little individual jam packets if you have them from a diner (don’t judge, we all do it) or just eyeball the jam. Precision is for rocket scientists, not chaotic home cooks.

Kitchen Confessions

• The disaster story: One time, I was trying to multitask (read: scrolling TikTok) while making these and completely forgot to add any liquid. Woke up to a rock-hard jar of oats, chia seeds, and disappointment. My husband asked if I was trying to invent a new breakfast brick.
• A silly mistake you or your family made with this recipe: My son, convinced he was a master chef, decided “more jam equals more better.” He dumped about half a jar of strawberry jam into his overnight oats. It was… aggressively sweet. He still ate it, because jam.
• Honest admission: the messy part you secretly skip: I never, ever clean the peanut butter spoon thoroughly before adding it back to the jar after scraping the sides. There’s always a little oat residue. It just adds… character?

What to Serve It With

A giant mug of coffee (because, life), maybe a side of existential dread, or if you’re feeling extra fancy, a few fresh berries scattered on top. Honestly, it’s pretty darn perfect on its own.

✔Tips & Mistakes

Don’t skip the chia seeds, seriously. They’re the secret MVP for that perfectly thick, pudding-like texture. If you forget them, you’ll end up with oat soup. Also, make sure all your oats are fully submerged in the liquid. Dry oats are sad oats. And about the sweetness: if your jam is super sugary, you might want to dial back any added sweetener. Taste before you commit!

Storage Tips

Keep it in the fridge… assuming there’s anything left. Midnight cold bites? Honestly better than fresh.

Variations and Substitutions

Swap whatever—honey ↔ sugar, tamari ↔ soy sauce—or skip a step and call it rustic. Still edible. For this recipe, try swapping different nut butters (almond! cashew!) or various jams. Got some fresh fruit? Mash it up and swirl it in! Not a fan of cow’s milk? Any plant-based milk works beautifully here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats

This easy recipe combines the classic flavors of peanut butter and jelly into delicious overnight oats.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings 2

Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients

  

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Main Ingredients

• 1.5 cups old-fashioned oats Use gluten-free oats if needed.
• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 4 tbsp peanut butter Creamy or crunchy, your choice!
• 3 tbsp honey or maple syrup Adjust based on sweetness preference.
• 4 tbsp fruit preserves or jam Any flavor of your choice.
• 0.5 tsp vanilla extract Optional, for added flavor.

Instructions

 

Preparation Steps

• In a bowl, mix oats, almond milk, peanut butter, honey, and vanilla until combined.
• Divide the mixture into jars or containers.
• Top each serving with a spoonful of fruit preserves.
• Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours.
• Stir before serving and enjoy cold or at room temperature.

Notes

Serve with sliced bananas or berries for extra flavor. Adjust sweetness according to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg

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