Indulgent yet healthy, these brownie batter oats are rich, chocolatey, and made for busy mornings—ready straight from the fridge.

½ cup rolled oats

1 tbsp cocoa powder

1 tbsp peanut butter (or almond butter)

1 tbsp maple syrup or sweetener of choice

½ cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)

½ tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

2 tbsp chocolate chips (optional)

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Combine rolled oats, cocoa powder, peanut butter, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla, and salt in a jar or bowl.

Stir until fully mixed and the nut butter is incorporated.

Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 6 hours).

In the morning, stir well and top with chocolate chips if desired.

Add Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.

Swap peanut butter for almond butter for a different flavor.

Add espresso powder for a mocha variation.