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Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal

Modified: May 6, 2025 · Published: Apr 30, 2021 by Gigi & Sersie · This post may contain affiliate links.

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Chocolate peanut butter oatmeal will help you get out of a rut with your morning oatmeal routine. This healthy version of oatmeal is a must-try for breakfast! It's vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, and has no added sugar.

top side view of bowl of chocolate oatmeal topped with peanut butter, chopped banana, dates, chia seeds; spoon lifting some oatmeal out of the bowl
this comforting bowl of oatmeal is wonderfully sweet and nutty

This recipe uses steel cut oats. You can use rolled oats, but the steel cut oats provide a beautiful nuttiness and hearty texture.

The sweetness of the banana and dates balances the nuttiness in the peanut butter and bitterness in the *carob (or cacao).

The chia seeds adds more texture as well as ALA omega 3 fatty acids—an essential fat we get must get from our diet.

Finishing this oatmeal off with a nice drizzle of unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk) makes it the perfect bite. The store-bought almond milk is fine, but homemade almond milk takes it up another notch.

*Note: If doing the Daniel Fast, use carob powder since cacao contains caffeine.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal has 7 key ingredients:

  1. Steel cut (or Irish) oats
  2. Carob or cacao powder
  3. Dates
  4. Banana
  5. Chia seeds
  6. Peanut butter (or almond butter)
  7. Unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
top view of ingredients for chocolate peanut butter oatmeal: steel cut oats, almond milk, cacao powder, chia seeds, peanut butter, dates, banana
key ingredients: steel cut oats, peanut butter, banana, carob powder, chia seeds, chopped dates

How to prepare

  1. Bring water and steel-cut oats to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20–30 minutes uncovered until oats are cooked.
  2. Stir in carob powder until well incorporated.
  3. Before serving, warm peanut butter in the microwave for 15–20 seconds to soften.
  4. Transfer oats to two individual bowls and top with dates, banana, chia seeds, peanut butter and unsweetened almond milk. Enjoy!
Steel cut oats and water in a pot on the stovetop.
1. Bring water and steel-cut oats to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes uncovered until oats are cooked.
Carob powder being added to the pot with cooked steel cut oats.
2. Add carob powder to the cooked oats.
Carob powder stirred into the cooked steel cut oats.
3. Stir until well incorporated.
Steel cut oats divided into two individual bowls.
4. Transfer cooked steel-cut oats to two individual bowls (or containers if eating later).
top side view of peanut butter being drizzled on top of a bowl of oatmeal with fruit and chia seeds
Top chocolate steel-cut oatmeal with dates, banana, chia seeds, peanut butter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is putting peanut butter in oatmeal good?

Yes! It's delicious and nutritious. Peanut butter is not only yummy, its an excellent source of niacin, a nutrient that helps your body turn food into energy. As a healthy plant fat, peanut butter is also a good source of vitamin B6, magnesium and cooper. So adding peanut butter to your oatmeal is a good thing! However, if you're trying to lose weight, check out the next question.

Is oatmeal and peanut butter good for weight loss?

Not really. If you're trying to lose weight, either omit or go very easy on the peanut butter because it is a high-calorie-dense food. One tablespoon of peanut has about 100 calories. Since this recipe makes two servings, you add 50 calories to each bowl. If you want the peanut butter essence but not the extra calories, consider reducing this to 1 teaspoon.

How do I store leftovers?

If you have some leftover or you're meal prepping this breakfast, store in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Freezing is not recommended.

What's the difference between carob and cacao?

Carob powder is from the pod of the carob tree, while cacao comes from the theobroma cacao tree. Cacao powder is associated with a rich, chocolatey taste and contains compounds like theobromine, while carob powder has a naturally sweet taste, slightly caramel-like flavor, and lacks caffeine and theobromine, making it a suitable option for those looking for a chocolate alternative without stimulants or for individuals sensitive to caffeine.

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Finish these delicious nutty oats with fruit and chia seeds and almond milk. Yum!

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal

5 from 1 vote
Course: Breakfast
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 315kcal
Author: Gigi & Sersie
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If you've been in a rut with your morning oats and want something different but not go over the top and get off track with your healthy eating groove, this Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal is a must-try for breakfast! It's vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, and has no added sugar.

Ingredients  

  • ½ cup steel cut or Irish oats, use gluten-free if gluten-sensitive
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 Tbsp carob powder
  • 2 dates pitted and diced
  • 1 banana sliced or chopped
  • 1 Tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 Tbsp peanut butter with no added sweetener or oil
  • ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk
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Instructions

  • Bring water and steel-cut oats to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20–30 minutes uncovered until oats are cooked. 
  • Stir in carob powder until well incorporated.
  • Before serving, warm peanut butter in the microwave for 15–20 seconds to soften.
  • Transfer oats to two individual bowls and top with dates, diced or sliced banana, chia seeds, peanut butter, and unsweetened almond milk. Enjoy!

Notes

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Nutrition

Calories: 315kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 90mg | Potassium: 351mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 42IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 3mg
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  1. Gigi

    May 12, 2025 at 11:36 am

    5 stars
    I love this oatmeal. Peanut butter on oatmeal is so delish! With the chocolate and dates, it's a real treat!

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