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Brownie Batter Overnight Oats Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in a delicious and nutritious breakfast with this Brownie Batter Overnight Oats recipe. Combining creamy peanut butter, rich cocoa powder, and the natural sweetness of maple syrup, this easy-to-make dish delivers all the flavors of your favorite brownie batter without any baking. Simply mix the ingredients, let them soak overnight, and enjoy a ready-to-eat, wholesome treat in the morning that’s perfect for busy days or a comforting snack.


Ingredients

Overnight Oats Base

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter (or almond butter)
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or sweetener of choice
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Toppings

  • 2 tablespoons chocolate chips (optional)


Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a jar or bowl, add the rolled oats, cocoa powder, peanut butter, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Mix Thoroughly: Stir everything together until all ingredients are well incorporated and the peanut butter is fully blended into the mixture, creating a uniform batter.
  3. Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the jar or bowl securely and place it in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the oats to soak up the liquids and flavors.
  4. Stir and Add Toppings: The next morning, give the oats a good stir to combine any separated ingredients. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top, if desired, for an extra chocolaty touch.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Your brownie batter-inspired overnight oats are ready to eat; enjoy this convenient, tasty, and wholesome breakfast straight from the jar or bowl.

Notes

  • You can substitute almond milk with any milk of your choice such as cow’s milk, soy milk, or oat milk.
  • For a nut-free version, replace peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
  • Adjust the sweetness by altering the amount or type of sweetener you use.
  • If you prefer a crunch, add nuts or seeds as toppings before serving.
  • This recipe is great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.