Protein-rich overnight oats combining cocoa, peanut butter, and banana for a satisfying breakfast ready in 10 minutes.
# 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 chocolate or vanilla protein powder, approximately 1 ounce
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 mixing bowl or large glass jar, combine oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, cocoa powder, protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir thoroughly until all components are fully incorporated.
02 - Fold in half of the banana slices and 1 tablespoon of the peanut butter into the oat mixture.
03 - Cover the bowl or jar with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours or overnight until the mixture reaches a thick, creamy consistency.
04 - In the morning, stir the overnight oats and add additional milk as needed to achieve your preferred texture and consistency.
05 - Divide the prepared oats equally between two serving bowls or jars. Top each portion with remaining banana slices, a drizzle of the remaining peanut butter, chopped walnuts, and chocolate chips if desired.
06 - Consume directly from the refrigerator while chilled.
