High-Protein Peanut Butter Jelly Oats (Printable Version)

Creamy vanilla protein oats layered with peanut butter and homemade strawberry jam swirl.

# Ingredient List:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1½ cups unsweetened almond milk
03 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (approximately 30 g)
05 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
06 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
07 - ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Peanut Butter Layer

09 - 3 tablespoons natural peanut butter

→ Strawberry Jam Swirl

10 - 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, diced
11 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
12 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
13 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice

# Steps:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are fully incorporated and no dry pockets remain.
02 - Place strawberries and maple syrup in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until berries soften and release their juices. Lightly mash with a fork to achieve a jam-like consistency. Remove from heat, fold in chia seeds and lemon juice, then set aside to cool and thicken.
03 - Divide the oat mixture equally between two glass jars or containers, filling each halfway. Spread approximately 1½ tablespoons of peanut butter over the oat layer in each jar, then top with the remaining oat mixture to create an even distribution.
04 - Drizzle 2 to 3 tablespoons of the cooled strawberry compote over the top of each jar. Gently swirl with a knife or spoon to create a marbled effect without fully mixing.
05 - Secure lids on both jars and refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours or overnight. This allows the oats to hydrate and flavors to meld together.
06 - Remove from refrigeration and stir lightly if desired to recombine layers. Serve chilled, optionally topped with additional fresh strawberries or chopped peanuts. May be briefly microwaved if warm oats are preferred.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Protein-Packed: Contains 23g of protein per serving for a satisfying start.
  • Simple Preparation: Only 10 minutes of prep time with no cooking required for the oats.
  • Classic Flavor: The timeless combination of peanut butter and strawberry jam.
02 -
  • Texture Check: If the oats are too thick after chilling, stir in a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.
  • Preparation: Making the jam in advance allows it to set perfectly before layering.
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