7 ingredients and 5 minutes are all it takes to make these easy Cookie Dough Overnight Oats. Perfect as a healthy breakfast or on-the-go snack!
What is it about overnight oats? Why do we love them so much? For me, it's the fact that they literally take 5 minutes to throw together and then you just leave them in the fridge overnight. It's basically magic and it doesn't feel like breakfast should be this easy. But it is!
I'm a big fan of easy overnight oats recipes but I do get a bit tired of the same old combinations. So may I present to you these delicious Cookie Dough Overnight Oats! Made with vanilla, chocolate chips and your favourite nut butter, these oats are indulgent and creamy yet nourishing.
I love making a double batch and keeping them in the fridge for those days when I really don't feel like making breakfast, because they make me feel instantly more productive!
Looking for more quick vegan breakfast recipes? Why not try my Savoury Vegan Oatmeal, Chocolate Nut Butter Overnight Oats, Savoury Vegan Muffins or my Chocolate Pecan Chia Cereal?
Overnight Oat FAQs
1) What are overnight oats?
Overnight oats are basically like a lazy version of porridge or oatmeal. Just pop your oats, plant milk, flavourings and sweetener in a bowl or tupperware, stir and leave in the fridge overnight. The mixture will thicken to give you beautiful, thick oatmeal that tastes pretty similar to porridge, but without the cooking! Soaking the oats can also make them easier to digest. Find more info on why soaking oats is beneficial here.
2) Can I make this recipe sugar free?
Yes! To make it sugar free, just make sure you use sugar-free chocolate chips or cacao nibs, and swap out the maple syrup for a sugar-free sweetener like monk fruit or stevia.
3) Can I add protein to these overnight oats?
You can! I love adding half a scoop of my favourite protein powder to this recipe for an extra boost. I find it keeps me fuller for longer if I do this, too.
Cookie Dough Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats (gluten free if needed)
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 3 tbsp vegan chocolate chips (or cacao nibs)
- 2 tbsp almond or peanut butter
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups almond or oat milk
Optional
- 1 scoop your favourite vegan protein powder
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix all dry ingredients together.
- Add wet ingredients and mix thoroughly until combined.
- Divide mixture between two bowls/storage containers and cover each.
- Store in fridge overnight until ready to eat. Enjoy!
If you’ve tried this recipe, please leave a comment or tip for others below. I'd love to know how you’ve made it your own!
Comments 26
Wow. This was fantastic. I loved the oats with the chocolate chips. Totally hit the spot.
Author
That makes me so happy to hear! SO glad you enjoyed it.
Got to love breakfast that tastes like dessert and is healthy!
Author
I totally agree! 🙂
Fabulous recipe! Cookie dough for breakfast is heavenly!
Author
Thank you! I’m with you – dessert for breakfast is the best.
I loved waking up in the morning and having breakfast ready to go. It was so delicious!
Author
That’s why I love it too! It makes you feel like your day is already off to a good start doesn’t it?
Can you share the macros please
Author
Hi Erin – I’m sorry, I don’t currently share nutritional info on my recipes – I tend to focus on just creating whole food recipes. This is something I am looking into though so appreciate your query. 🙂
How long will it last in the fridge?
Author
I’d say up to one week.
do you have nutritional info for this recipe?
Author
I don’t I’m afraid. It’s something I’m looking into but at present I prefer to focus on the whole, natural ingredients in my recipes.
Do you know what this would equate to for the 21 day fix containers?
Author
I’m sorry, I don’t know what that is!
Could you use skim milk or do you have to use Almond Milk?
Thank you,
Amy Hinton
Author
Hi Amy, you can use whichever milk you prefer, I just go with plant milk as I’m vegan. 🙂
This delicious treat is something to look forward to in the mornings. Great recipe!
Author
Ah thank you so much Nancy!
I’m allergic to nuts, is there an alternative I can use for the almond/peanut butter?
Author
Absolutely! Any seed butter will work such as sunflower seed or tahini. Otherwise, coconut butter (manna) will work great as you’re really just trying to add more creaminess to the oats. Let me know how you get on!
Can you make this recipe without chia seeds?
Author
Hi there. You can, the chia seeds just help the oats bind a bit more, but feel free to omit if you’d rather not use them!
Are chia seeds optional if not what are some substitutes
Author
You can make the recipe without them, I just find they help it thicken a little more and add extra nutrients. But feel free to omit – the oats should still thicken well without!