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Chunky Monkey Overnight Oats (Vegan!)

Sep 29, 2021 by Kaitlin · 6 Comments

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This easy Chunky Monkey Overnight Oats recipe is so rich and satisfying with peanut butter, chocolate, and banana. Assemble it the night before and wake up to breakfast ready to eat! (Vegan, gluten-free, oil-free.)

Small glass jar of chunky monkey overnight oats with spoon

These overnight oats are a delicious and satisfying make-ahead breakfast! Plus they're easy to prepare with no cooking required.

The "chunky monkey" flavor typically includes banana, nuts, and chocolate. So here we use banana, creamy peanut butter, and cacao or cocoa powder. (Yum!)

In addition to breakfast, we also enjoy it as a protein-rich snack. Each serving has about 16 grams protein!

Ingredients spread out on a white table for overnight oats

Ingredients for Chunky Monkey Oats

For this simple recipe, you'll stir together in a small bowl or jar:

  • Ripe mashed banana: The more brown spots, then the sweeter it will be.
  • Rolled oats: Old-fashioned rolled oats work best with this recipe. (Be sure to use gluten-free oats if needed.)
  • Dairy-free milk: Any plant-based milk works great. I usually use unsweetened almond milk or homemade cashew milk.
  • Peanut butter: I use natural and creamy. Or you can substitute your favorite nut butter or seed butter instead, but this will slightly alter the flavor.
  • Chia seeds: These help to thicken the mixture, plus include fiber and omega-3.
  • Cacao powder: This adds the rich chocolate flavor. (Or you can also substitute cocoa powder.)
  • Pure maple syrup: This works great as a natural sweetener.
Preparation of overnight oats being mixed together in a glass bowl with spoon

Serving

Enjoy your overnight oats right out of the jar, or garnish with toppings before serving. A few ideas include:

  • Fresh fruit (like strawberries or raspberries)
  • Sliced banana
  • Cacao nibs, vegan mini chocolate chips, or dark chocolate chunks
  • Ground cinnamon
  • Coconut shreds
  • Granola
  • Extra peanut butter

Storing

Once your oat mixture is combined, then chill it in a small bowl or jar for at least 5 hours or more in the refrigerator. (Overnight is perfect!) I find it can last a few days, but is best enjoyed within the first day or two.

Looking for more? Try this easy Brownie Baked Oatmeal as well!

Overnight oats in a small glass jar with banana, peanut butter, and chocolate

For more inspiration, also browse all vegan breakfast recipes.

Small glass jar of chunky monkey overnight oats with spoon

Chunky Monkey Overnight Oats (Vegan!)

An easy overnight oats recipe that combines delicious flavors of peanut butter, chocolate, and banana. Satisfying and protein-rich!
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Chill time: 5 hours hours
Total Time: 5 hours hours 10 minutes minutes
Author: Kaitlin - The Garden Grazer
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Vegan
Servings: 1 (about 1 heaping cup)

Ingredients

  • 1/2 ripe banana
  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (gluten-free if desired)
  • 1/2 cup dairy-free milk
  • 2 tsp. chia seeds
  • 2 tsp. cacao powder (or cocoa powder)
  • 1-2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup
  • 2 Tbsp. creamy, natural peanut butter (or more to taste)

Optional:

  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract, 1/8 tsp. almond extract, ground cinnamon, etc.

Instructions

  • In a medium mixing bowl, mash banana.
  • Add oats, milk, chia, cacao, and maple syrup. Stir well to combine.
  • Add peanut butter. (I like to drop mine in small dollops so there are clumps of peanut butter.) Gently stir to combine.
  • Transfer mixture to a mason jar or small bowl. Then lightly press down with a spoon to make sure oats are fully immersed in the liquid.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 5 hours or overnight.

Notes

Recipe yields about 1 heaping cup. This makes one large serving, or two smaller servings.
Serving: Enjoy as is, or top with fresh berries, sliced banana (I use the leftover 1/2 banana for serving), ground cinnamon, additional peanut butter, cacao nibs, etc.

Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)

Nutrition Facts
Chunky Monkey Overnight Oats (Vegan!)
Amount per Serving
Calories
509
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
23
g
35
%
Saturated Fat
 
4
g
25
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
8
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
10
g
Potassium
 
674
mg
19
%
Carbohydrates
 
66
g
22
%
Fiber
 
11
g
46
%
Sugar
 
23
g
26
%
Protein
 
16
g
32
%
Vitamin A
 
42
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
 
5
mg
6
%
Calcium
 
263
mg
26
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Sodium content: This is omitted as I cannot provide an accurate number. I encourage you to calculate your own to provide a much more precise reading based on the exact ingredients, brands, and amounts you're using.

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  1. Crystal M Pfeifer says

    February 14, 2023 at 8:44 am

    Could I use ground flax seeds instead of the chia seeds and get similar consistancy?

    Reply
    • Kaitlin says

      February 14, 2023 at 11:05 am

      Hi Crystal! Sure, ground flax could thicken it up as well. It won't have as much of that "gel-like" consistency that chia delivers, and the flax will add more of a sweet/nutty flavor. But they should be interchangeable. Hope you enjoy if you give it a try!

      Reply
  2. Jamie T. says

    January 18, 2022 at 10:12 am

    5 stars
    My whole family loves this recipe!!

    Reply
    • Kaitlin says

      January 18, 2022 at 10:35 am

      Awesome, Jamie!

      Reply
  3. Tara says

    October 11, 2021 at 4:35 pm

    5 stars
    This came out super good! Excellent breakfast and quick & easy to prepare.

    Reply
    • Kaitlin says

      October 12, 2021 at 9:04 am

      So great to hear - thank you!

      Reply

Hello, I'm Kaitlin!
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