Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

• servings: 2 servings
• active time: 10 minutes
• total time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

1 cup rolled oats

2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

1 scoop chocolate protein powder

1 tbsp chia seeds

1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)

2 tbsp maple syrup or honey

2 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter

1 tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

Optional toppings: mini chocolate chips, walnuts, extra peanut butter drizzle

Directions

In a medium bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, protein powder, chia seeds, and salt with almond milk until smooth.

Add the oats, nut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla, stirring until everything is combined.

Divide into jars or bowls, cover, and refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours.

In the morning, give them a quick stir and top with mini chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, and a drizzle of peanut butter. It’s like eating dessert for breakfast, only it’s nourishing and keeps you energized all morning.