The Ultimate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats Recipe (Ready in 5 Mins)

One of our favourite recipes at 3Bears is peanut butter jelly overnight oats. Blending the sweet with the savoury, and packing a solid protein punch, our recipe uses our 3Bears Wild Bowls Nutty Cocoa Porridge mixed with a quick and easy raspberry chia jam for a touch of natural sweetness. It’s topped off with our 3Bears peanut butter, which we’ve formulated to have a deep, nutty taste, to create a winner for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Plus, it’s ready in just five minutes and can be made in advance for work the next day.

Why 3Bears?

We’ve been creating porridge and overnight oats for more than a decade – with a simple mission: to become the best in the world.

In 2015 we developed our first samples in our kitchen, and today we’re trusted by thousands of customers. We’re pioneering Overnight Oats making them more accessible than ever before.und machen sie zugänglicher als je zuvor.

Why You'll Love these High-Protein Peanut Butter overnight oats

The best thing about these overnight oats is they’re quick and easy to make, and really strikes a balance between sweet and savoury. Our Nutty Cocoa Porridge provides a deliciously rich and different base to standard, plain oats, while the raspberry jam (which can also be used in other recipes) and some fresh fruit (to be added just before serving) add a touch of freshness and bite. Here’s why we think you’ll love them.

Your Benefits at a Glance	Details and explanation
Long lasting High-protein Energy	Overnight oats provide a slow energy release, while peanut butter gives the recipe a protein kick .
Ready in 5 Minutes	The perfect quick breakfast bowl for stress-free mornings or for a snack.
Meal Prep Ready	Like any overnight oats, these can be made in batches, prepped in advance and make a perfect meal for work or a picnic. We’d recommend the 3bears overnight oats jar - designed by our team of experts, and porridge lovers, to be leak free and totally secure for travel.

Ultimate peanut butter jelly overnight oats Ingredients and recipe card

Ready to make them? Here’s everything you need:

Oats Base Ingredients

3Bears Wild Bowls Porridge Nutty Cocoa: 100g
Oat Drink (or milk): 200ml - check out our best milk for overnight oats guide for other variations
3Bears Peanut Butter (smooth or crunchy): 30g

Raspberry Chia "Jelly" Layer Ingredients

Raspberries (fresh or frozen): 200g - we think frozen works especially well for this recipe
Oat Drink (or milk): 100ml
Chia Seeds: 30g
Agave Nectar or Date Syrup: 2 tsp

Decoration & Toppings: an extra dollop of Peanut Butter, 2 tsp chopped unsalted peanuts, 1 handful fresh raspberries.

Step-by-Step preparation (Ready in 5 minutes)

Part 1: The Overnight Prep (5 Minutes)

Prep the Oats: Thoroughly mix the 3Bears Porridge Nutty Cocoa, 200ml oat drink, and 30g peanut butter together and then put in a jar. Seal.
Prep the Jelly: Next up, blend the 200g raspberries and 100ml oat drink until smooth. Then, pour this into a container before adding the chia seeds and the agave / date syrup.
Chill out: Store both the oats base and the raspberry-chia mix separately in the refrigerator overnight to soak and thicken.

Founder Tim’s top tip - I sometimes leave out the syrup and instead focus on the sweetness from the raspberries. Also, adding a sweet topping, like some slices of banana, can help achieve sweetness if you don’t fancy adding syrup to the jam.

Part 2: The Morning Layering (2 Minutes)

Layering is what really helps this recipe stand out from the rest, ensuring every spoonful gets a little bit of every part. It’s incredibly simple, so it’s worth taking the time to do it properly.

First Layer: In your serving glass, or container, spoon in half of the chilled Overnight Oats base.
Jelly Layer: Then spoon half of the thick raspberry-chia mix over the oats layer
Peanut Butter Swirl: Gently drop 1 teaspoon of peanut butter onto the raspberry layer
Repeat: Repeat the layering process with the remaining oats, jelly mix, and peanut butter.
Finish: Once you’re near the top, leave some room for the toppings! If you’re eating immediately, top with fresh fruit, and garnish with some chopped unsalted peanuts.
Enjoy - need we say more?

How do I make my Peanut Butter Overnight Oats higher in protein?

If you’re looking for a protein boost, try mixing a scoop of flavourless protein powder in, or use full-fat cow’s milk. Remember, the type of milk you use can affect how long your overnight oats will last (link), so take that into account if you’re making a batch. For a quicker protein win, dollop some crunchy peanut butter on top, along with some extra chia seeds.

Can I use a different type of 3Bears Porridge?

Yes, of course! If you’d prefer, you can swap out our Nutty Cocoa with our Plain Goodness porridge. It’ll work just as well, but won’t have that chocolate deepness of flavour.