Snickers Overnight Oats is a sweet, creamy, and chocolatey breakfast that tastes just like dessert. This easy vegan recipe, made with simple ingredients and quick meal prep, is perfect for busy mornings or as a post-workout snack.
If you love this recipe, Nutella oatmeal and chocolate protein overnight oats for more decadent breakfast ideas.
If you like sweet breakfasts that put you in a good mood for the day, you'll love my Snickers overnight oats.
This healthy, filling, and decadent oatmeal tastes like a Snickers bar but has wholesome, refined sugar-free ingredients.
I love how easy overnight oats are – I can prep them in just 5 minutes before bed, and they give me an energy boost in the morning and great health benefits. Waking up to a ready-to-eat breakfast is such a time-saver!
If you enjoy these, check out my banana cinnamon overnight oats, peanut butter applesauce overnight oats, and cookie dough overnight oats for more tasty options.
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Ingredients
- Rolled oats: The base of this recipe, provides fiber and protein for a satisfying meal.
- Chia seeds: Tiny powerhouses that add extra nutrients and help thicken the oats.
- Plant-based milk: The liquid base for the oats. I used unsweetened almond milk, but oat milk, coconut milk, or soy milk works for this recipe.
- Peanut butter: A creamy, nutty addition that brings the classic Snickers flavor.
- Dates: A natural sweetener that adds sweetness and fiber.
- Maple syrup: A touch of sweetness to make the chocolate sauce.
- Cocoa powder: For a rich, chocolatey taste.
- Vanilla extract: Enhances the overall flavor.
- Peanuts: A crunchy, nutty topping for an extra Snickers kick.
As always, you can find the full recipe with a list of ingredients with measurements in a printable recipe card at the end of this post.
How To Make Snickers Overnight Oats
Make the base: In a small jar or bowl, mix rolled oats, chia seeds, and almond milk until well combined.
Make date peanut butter caramel: In a small blender or food processor, blend peanut butter, pitted dates, and 2 tablespoons of almond milk until smooth and creamy. Spread the caramel evenly over the oat base.
Make chocolate sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract until smooth. Pour the chocolate sauce on top of the caramel layer.
Chill: Cover and refrigerate the layered oats for at least 4 hours or overnight. In the morning, garnish with 5-6 chopped peanuts or a sprinkle of sea salt if desired. Enjoy!
Storage
Store your Snickers overnight oats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Substitutions
- Chia seeds: Flax seeds can be used as a substitute, but they won't provide the same gel-like texture.
- Peanut butter: Almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter can be alternatives.
- Maple syrup: You can use agave syrup or date syrup as substitutes.
Variations
- Add sliced banana on top before serving for a creamy, fruity twist that pairs perfectly with the chocolate and peanut butter.
- Add a handful of shredded coconut to the oat-chia base or sprinkle it on top with the peanuts for a tropical twist.
- Add a scoop of your favorite plant-based protein powder (chocolate or vanilla) into the oat base for a protein-packed breakfast meal.
Marinela's Tips
- Use fresh dates: Fresh dates are softer and blend more easily, making the peanut butter-date caramel smoother.
- Soak dates: For easier blending, soak dates in hot water for 10-15 minutes, drain, and blend for a smoother texture.
- Make a batch: Prep multiple servings at once and store them in jars for easy breakfasts over a few days.
- Nut-free option: Use sunflower seed butter or pumpkin seed butter instead of peanut butter, and top with toasted seeds for crunch.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Soak the dates first, drain them, and mash them with a fork. Then, mix the peanut butter and milk with a spoon. For a smoother texture, using a food processor is a great option.
Yes, you can substitute dates with another natural sweetener like maple syrup or agave syrup, but dates add a caramel-like flavor. If you're using a liquid sweetener for the caramel, reduce the amount of milk to 1 tablespoon.
Yes, you can use store-bought caramel. Just make sure to check the ingredients for any additives or unwanted sugars if you’re looking for a healthier option.
You can use store-bought chocolate sauce as a quick and easy alternative to homemade chocolate sauce, or you can use melted dark chocolate chips or chocolate chunks for this recipe.
More Overnight Oats Recipes
- Cinnamon bun overnight oats
- Pumpkin pie overnight oats
- Overnight oatmeal with mango
- Cherry pie overnight oats
- Overnight oats with dates
- Banana overnight oatmeal with chia
Vegan Meal Prep Recipes
📖 Recipe
Snickers Overnight Oats (Vegan)
Equipment
- small blender or food processor
Ingredients
Overnight Oats Base
- ⅓ cup rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk or any plant-based milk
Date PB Caramel
- 1 date pitted
- 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
Chocolate Sauce
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping (optional)
- 5-6 peanuts chopped
Instructions
- Mix rolled oats, chia seeds, and almond milk until well combined.⅓ cup rolled oats, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
- Blend peanut butter, pitted dates, and 2 tablespoons of almond milk until smooth and creamy in a small blender or food processor. Spread the caramel evenly over the oat base.1 date, 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter, 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
- Whisk together maple syrup, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth. Pour the chocolate sauce on top of the caramel layer.1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, 1 teaspoon cocoa powder, ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. In the morning, add 5-6 chopped peanuts if you like, or sprinkle with sea salt. Enjoy!5-6 peanuts
Notes
- Store your overnight oats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Use fresh dates: Fresh dates are softer and blend easier, making the peanut butter-date caramel smoother.
- Soak dates: For easier blending, soak dates in hot water for 10-15 minutes, drain, and blend for a smoother texture.
- Make a batch: Prep multiple servings at once and store them in jars for easy breakfasts over a few days.
- Nut-free option: Use sunflower seed butter or pumpkin seed butter instead of peanut butter, and top with toasted seeds for crunch
- No blender or food processor option: Soak the dates first, drain them, and mash with a fork. Then, mix the peanut butter and milk with a spoon.
- See the post above for more ingredient substitutions and variations ideas.
Nutrition
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Eric L says
Looking forward to trying it!
The recipe doesn't say what to do with the date peanut butter caramel
Do I mix it with the chocolate sauce (or with the oats?) before pouring the chocolate sauce over the oats?
Marinela Malcheva says
Thanks for pointing that out, Eric! I’m sorry for missing that step. Just spread the date peanut butter caramel on top of the oats, then pour the chocolate sauce over it. I hope you enjoy the recipe! 🙂