Print
clockclock iconcutlerycutlery iconflagflag iconfolderfolder iconinstagraminstagram iconpinterestpinterest iconfacebookfacebook iconprintprint iconsquaressquares iconheartheart iconheart solidheart solid icon
Peanut butter and jelly overnight oats in a glass jar topped with fresh strawberries and roasted peanuts

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats with Flaky Salt

Recipe by Ailene

Finished with a pinch of flaky sea salt and a generous swirl of peanut butter, this grown-up take on a nostalgic classic balances sweet and salty flavors perfectly. The overnight soak creates a thick, creamy texture with clearly defined ribbons of strawberry jam, making it a fantastic grab-and-go morning option.

  • Total Time4 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield2 jars (serves 2) 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Oat Base

  • 1 cup (240 ml) plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup (240 ml) milk of choice
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1 g) kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g) creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup (90 g) old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 2 tablespoons (24 g) chia seeds

Layers and Toppings

  • 1/4 cup (75 g) strawberry preserves, divided
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g) creamy peanut butter, slightly warmed
  • 1/2 cup (75 g) chopped fresh strawberries
  • 2 tablespoons (15 g) chopped roasted salted peanuts
  • Flaky sea salt, for finishing

Instructions

  1. Mix the wet base: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, kosher salt, and the first 2 tablespoons of peanut butter until completely smooth.
  2. Add the dry ingredients: Fold the oats and chia seeds into the yogurt mixture until well combined. Let the bowl sit for 5 minutes at room temperature to allow the chia seeds to begin absorbing the liquid.
  3. Layer the jars: Divide half of the oat mixture between two glass jars or containers. Spoon 1 tablespoon of strawberry preserves and 1 tablespoon of the warmed peanut butter into each jar, swirling them gently into the oats with a spoon. Top with the remaining oat mixture, then add a final 1 tablespoon of preserves to the top of each.
  4. Chill: Cover the jars tightly with lids and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until the oats are soft and the mixture has thickened into a pudding-like consistency.
  5. Garnish and serve: Just before eating, top each jar with fresh chopped strawberries, roasted peanuts, and a generous pinch of flaky sea salt.

Notes

  • Why it works: Gently warming the peanut butter for the middle layer makes it fluid enough to swirl cleanly through the cold oats without clumping, giving you distinct pockets of flavor in every bite.
  • Make-ahead storage: These jars can be assembled up to 4 days in advance. Hold off on adding the fresh strawberries and salted peanuts until the morning you plan to eat them so the fruit doesn’t weep and the nuts stay crunchy.

Nutrition (per serving — estimates)

Calories: 790 | Total Carbs: 89g (Fiber: 12g, Sugar: 39g) | Fat: 35g (Saturated: 6g) | Protein: 30g

Nutritional values are approximate, based on standard reference data (USDA FoodData Central). Actual values vary by brand and exact measurements. For precision, use a tracker like MyFitnessPal or Cronometer.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Chilling Time: 4 hours
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 jar
  • Calories: 790
  • Sugar: 39g
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 89g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 30g

Find it online: https://foodtrackergirl.com/2026/08/17/layered-peanut-butter-and-jelly-overnight-oats/