These Cookie Dough Overnight Oats are layered with a peanut butter and Greek yogurt cookie dough for an easy, healthy breakfast.
Soooo I’m just going to go ahead and say it: These oats are absolutely, undeniably YUM. Like, bowl-of-cookie-dough-for-breakfast kind of yum. And I don’t say that lightly. You know how I feel about oatmeal. We’ve had a long-term thing going for years now. Pre-workout, post-workout, breakfast, lunch, sometimes dinner… I’ve been known to lean a little hard into the oat life, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
But this was my first time dabbling in overnight oats. I know. Shocking, right? The girl who lives and breathes oatmeal had never let it sit overnight like a grown adult with patience. Usually, I’m the throw-it-in-a-pot-and-devour-it-immediately type. But then I made these, and it was like—okay, fine, cold oats can slap, too.
What makes these oats so special, exactly? Well, there’s a rich, gooey layer of peanut butter cookie dough at the bottom of every jar waiting for you like the ultimate surprise. Sprinkle some chocolate chips on top, and you’ve got an indulgent breakfast that’s packed with both good stuff and delicious stuff. The perfect start to any morning.
Are These Cookie Dough Overnight Oats Healthy?
This is a treat that is working double duty. Yes, you get desserty cookie dough vibes, but there are wholesome ingredients here that keep you full and energized all morning long. The peanut butter “cookie dough” is primarily a combination of peanut butter, Greek yogurt, and coconut sugar. The peanut butter and yogurt offer healthy fats and protein, while coconut sugar is an all-natural, lower-glycemic alternative to refined white sugar. And oats, of course, are full of fiber.
This recipe isn’t dairy-free or vegan because of the yogurt and milk, but it can be modified by using plant-based alternatives for each. To make it gluten-free, just make sure to use oats that are certified gluten-free.
Cold Oats Deserve Their Moment
The concept of cold oatmeal was a hard pass for me for years. I thought it was going to taste like punishment and sadness. But, I can admit when I was wrong. When the oats soak overnight (with a bunch of other good ingredients), they get soft, tender, and slightly chewy. And grabbing a jar straight from the fridge on a busy morning isn’t so sad after all.
Of course, you can always pop a jar in the microwave for a minute or two first if you really can’t be swayed. But give it a try first! You might be surprised.
Can I Prep This Ahead?
Yep, that’s the point of overnight oats! I like to make a few jars at once, pop them in the fridge, and breakfast is taken care of for the next 3-4 days. The cookie dough layer holds up great, and the oats actually get better after a day or so.
Serving Suggestions
You could really go the DIY route and make your own nut butter for the cookie dough layer. I love to whip up homemade Almond Butter or Cashew Butter for mine. And if you’re craving more overnight oat recipes, try these Black Forest Overnight Oats, Vegan Pecan Pie Overnight Oats, or Banana Peanut Butter Overnight Oats.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons natural creamy peanut butter
- 1 1/2 tablespoons coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon vanilla Greek yogurt, divided
- 1/2 tablespoon mini chocolate chips plus additional, for serving
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, beat together the peanut butter and coconut sugar using an electric hand mixer until well combined.
- Add 1 tablespoon of Greek yogurt to the mixture and beat until well combined and the mixture starts to come together like dough. Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Divide the cookie dough between two cups, pressing down into the bottom. Spread 1/4 cup of Greek yogurt on top of each cookie dough layer.
- In a medium bowl stir together the oats and cinnamon. Pour in the milk and stir until the oats are evenly soaked. Divide the oats between the two cups and place into the refrigerator overnight.
- In the morning, sprinkle with additional chocolate chips, if desired, and enjoy.
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