Chunky Monkey Protein Overnight Oats (Printable)

Indulgent cocoa-peanut butter-banana overnight oats packed with protein. Quick, no-cook breakfast that's ready when you wake up.

# What You'll Need:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened milk of choice (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or non-dairy yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
06 - 1 scoop (approximately 30 grams) chocolate or vanilla protein powder
07 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - Pinch of salt

→ Mix-ins and Toppings

10 - 1 medium ripe banana, sliced
11 - 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter, divided
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
13 - 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl or large jar, combine oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, cocoa powder, protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir well until fully combined.
02 - Fold in half the banana slices and 1 tablespoon peanut butter into the mixture.
03 - Cover and refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours until thick and creamy.
04 - In the morning, stir the oats and add more milk if needed to achieve desired consistency.
05 - Divide between two bowls or jars. Top each with remaining banana slices, a drizzle of remaining peanut butter, walnuts, and chocolate chips.
06 - Enjoy chilled immediately or store in refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Zero morning stress: Your breakfast is literally done while you sleep, which means you can actually sit down and eat instead of rushing.
  • Tastes like a treat: Chocolate and peanut butter for breakfast without guilt—the protein keeps you full all morning.
  • Customizable in every way: Swap milk types, nut butters, or toppings based on what you have or what your body needs that day.
02 -
  • Don't skip stirring everything at the start: If cocoa powder doesn't fully incorporate, you'll bite into dry pockets later, which is honestly disappointing.
  • The sweetness will intensify overnight: What tastes perfectly sweet when you make it might taste too sweet in the morning as the maple syrup and fruit continue to release sugars, so start conservative.
03 -
  • Use a glass jar instead of a bowl: You can see the layers, it looks appealing in the morning, and you can eat straight from it if you're in a rush.
  • Freeze extra banana slices: Frozen banana on top melts slowly and keeps everything cold, plus it adds a slightly different texture that some mornings feel perfect for.
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