Chocolate Almond Butter Overnight Oats is thick, creamy, and so delicious, you won’t believe it’s healthy! No almond butter? No problem—just swap it with peanut butter!
Looking for more ways to use almond butter for breakfast? Try my favorite almond butter pancakes, baked oatmeal cups or healthy waffles.
👉 This chocolate almond butter overnight oats recipe has been a reader favorite since I first shared the recipe in 2020. It was updated with new photos and step-by-step instructions in February 2025, however the recipe remains the same.
If you're an almond butter fan like me, you know it's perfect for just about anything—whether it’s in decadent almond butter truffles or the most amazing 3 ingredient almond butter cookies!
For thick and creamy overnight oats, we typically rely on Greek yogurt, but making thick without yogurt can be a challenge!
To achieve that creamy texture, I turned to thick Barney's almond butter, as I do in all my almond butter recipes. Plus, cocoa powder and chia seeds add an extra bit of richness, thickness and also makes the oats actually taste good.
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Reasons to love it
Healthy - Made using healthy ingredients like almond butter, milk, old-fashioned oats, chia seeds, and cocoa powder, this is a deliciously healthy breakfast or snack that's both quick and easy to make!
High protein - With around 16 grams of protein per serving, it’s a great source of protein to keep you fueled throught the day!
Perfect for meal prep - Make multiple servings in advance, saving you time throughout the week.
Customizable - Top with your favorite toppings like sliced banana, chopped almonds, mini chocolate chips or finely chopped dark chocolate, shredded coconut, and a generous drizzle of almond butter.
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Variations
Almond butter - I prefer Barney's smooth almond butter because it's thick, creamy, and doesn't need any stirring. You can use other brands, but make sure to choose the smooth variety and give it a good stir before using.
Other nut butter - Not a fan of almond butter? Use peanut butter or sun flower seed butter.
Milk - I like to use regular whole or skim milk for this chocolate almond butter overnight oats recipe.
Vegan - You can substitute almond, cashew, or oat milk, and swap honey for maple syrup for a delicious twist.
Gluten free - Use gluten free certified rolled oats.
How to make chocolate overnight oats with almond butter?
👩🍳 How long to soak? Overnight oats typically need 8 hours to fully soak, but if you're in a rush, 4 to 6 hours will work. Soaking longer helps the oats absorb liquid and break down starches, allowing your body to absorb the nutrients better.
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Topping ideas
Chocolate overnight oats with almond butter is best enjoyed cold, straight from the fridge. It's yummy on it's own, but feel free to add tasty toppings like sliced banana, sliced almonds, extra almond butter, shredded coconut, or mini chocolate chips for an extra treat.
Recipe tips
- Double or triple the recipe to make a large serving.
- Make it vegan! Use almond or oat milk instead of regular milk and replace honey with maple syrup.
- Use plant based milk like almond, oat or cashew milk to make it dairy-free.
- Use gluten free certified oats to make it gluten free.
- Use peanut butter instead of almond butter.
Recipe FAQs
I would recommend not to! Store-bought chocolate milk often contains sweeteners, additives, and artificial ingredients, which can impact the flavor and make the recipe less healthy. If you choose to use it, be sure to reduce the cocoa powder and honey to balance the sweetness.
Yes, this overnight oats recipe is naturally thick, even without yogurt. The combination of chia seeds, creamy almond butter, and cocoa powder gives it a rich, thick texture.
Overnight oats are typically enjoyed cold straight from the fridge. If you prefer them warm, simply microwave for 45-60 seconds or heat in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through. Just be sure not to make them too hot.
As mentioned in the roundup of overnight oats recipes, it's best to store overnight oats for up to 5 days. Add toppings just before serving for the best texture.
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Chocolate Almond Butter Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- ½ cup milk
- 3 tablespoons almond butter
- 1 to 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 ½ tablespoons cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup old fashion oats
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Combine milk, almond butter, honey, cocoa powder and vanilla in a mason jar (or any container) and whisk until smooth and lump-free.
- Add the oats, chia seeds and salt. Stir to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, top with sliced bananas, sliced almonds, and an extra drizzle of almond butter.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information, based on third-party calculations, should be seen as estimates, not guarantees, as various factors like product types, brands, processing methods, and more can alter the nutritional content in recipes.
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Audrey
Hello! I made this yesterday, and it turned out delicious. I'm wondering - it says the calorie content is 1408 per serving. Is this accurate? It seems to be an overstatement considering the ingredients. Thanks in advance!
Maria Doss
Hi Audrey, Glad you liked it hun. We will check on the calorie calculation and fix any errors. Thank you so much for bringing this to our attention. Have a wonderful day - Maria