PB&J Overnight Oats

Ingredients
(Makes 3 jars)

Base:

• 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup milk of choice (regular, almond, soy, kefir, etc.)
• 1 ripe banana, mashed (⅓–½ cup) (optional for sweetness)
• 2 tbsp creamy peanut butter
• 1 tbsp pure maple syrup (optional, to taste)
• 1 tbsp flax meal and/or chia seeds
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Berry “jelly” layer:

• 1 cup raspberries/blueberries (fresh or frozen, thawed)
• 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
• 1 tsp chia seeds (to lightly thicken; optional)

Protein boost (choose one):

• Option A: 1 scoop (20–25 g) protein powder (unflavored/vanilla) and add 2–4 tbsp extra milk to keep it creamy
• Option B: ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (0–2%) and reduce milk to ~¾ cup

Instructions

1. Make the berry layer: Lightly mash berries with lemon juice. Stir in 1 tsp chia if using; let sit 5–10 minutes to thicken.
2. Mix the base: In a bowl, whisk oats, milk (adjust per protein option), mashed banana, peanut butter, maple, flax/chia, vanilla, and salt. Stir in protein powder or Greek yogurt (adjust milk as noted).
3. Assemble: Divide half the oat mixture among 3 jars, spoon the berry layer over each, then top with the remaining oat mixture.
4. Chill: Seal and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
5. Serve: Top with extra berries, a drizzle of peanut butter, or chopped peanuts if you like.

Notes

• For nut-free: swap peanut butter for sunflower seed butter.
• For thicker oats: use more chia (up to 1½ tbsp total) or reduce milk slightly.