Peanut Butter Cup Overnight Oats

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Yup, you read that correctly. Peanut butter cup overnight oats. You could have started your day with peanut butter and chocolate, and still have filled up on protein and healthy fats, and would probably still be feeling full.

Sound too good to be true? Well, it's not. 

Overnight oats are simple to prepare the night before, are the perfect warmer weather breakfast, and are a filling and nutritious breakfast option.(Do you remember our peanut butter and banana overnight oats from last year?) Do I have your full attention yet?

Enough chatter. Let's get cooking. 

Peanut Butter Cup Overnight Oats

Gather:

•  2.5 tbsp. creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• 1/4 cup low-fat vanilla yogurt
• 1/3 cup unsweetened almond or coconut milk
• 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
• 1/2 - 1 tbsp. cocoa powder
• 1/2 tsp. stevia or sugar

Optional: dark chocolate pieces or chips

This is how we do it:

1. In a small bowl, combine the peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Microwave for 10 seconds and then stir. 
2. Add in the yogurt, milk, oats, cocoa powder, and sweetener.
3. Stir well and make sure the peanut butter is stirred in thoroughly.
4. If desired, add in dark chocolate pieces.
5. Transfer the mixture into  small jar (we like ball jars.)
6. Place in the fridge for at least an hour or until oats are completely softened.(Preferably overnight.)
7. Store overnight oats in the fridge for up to 3 days.

And... you're welcome. 

Make a few day's worth on Sunday night and send Norton Fitness silent sighs of gratitude every day of the week. 

Peanut Butter + Banana Overnight Oats

Yes, you read that right. Peanut Butter and Banana Overnight Oats. A delicious, sweet, protein and fiber packed breakfast waiting for you in fridge as soon as you are able to drag your body out of bed.

Getting up is hard. Being motivated is difficult. Breakfast shouldn't add any stress to your day, especially since the choice you make for breakfast can hinder or help the type of day you have going forward. You need the right combination of fats, fibers and proteins to kick your metabolism into gear and fuel your energy for the day. 

Peanut Butter + Banana Overnight Oats

• Ingredients:
• 1 large ripe banana, mashed (about ½ cup)
• ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tbsp honey

Directions:

1. In a medium bowl, mash your banana with a fork.
2. Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl and mix until well combined. 
3. Pour the mixture into two airtight containers and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, but preferably overnight. 
4. When ready to eat, stir oats.
5. Enjoy with fresh fruit. 

That's it! Prep the night before, or for the whole week and you have a delicious, healthy breakfast just waiting to be eaten.

See you back here next week for another healthy recipe to make your meal-planning easier.