Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal (Microwave Cooked)

Breakfast has never been easier with this delicious chocolate peanut butter oatmeal. The chocolate oatmeal is cooked in the microwave within minutes and then topped with peanut butter, chocolate chips, and peanuts. You’ll have breakfast ready in next to no time! This is one of the easiest methods to make a quick but nutritious breakfast!

two chocolate bowls of oats topping with nuts and chocolate chips

Thick, creamy, and super tasty, this Chocolate Peanut Butter Oats Bowl the best way to start your day off with! It’s like eating a chocolate bar for breakfast, but it’s much healthier and more filling!

If you’re looking for more easy healthy recipes, you should try my No-Bake Energy Balls and Chocolate PB Banana Baked Oats. They’re so tasty and satisfying, the perfect way to start the day with.

Why You’ll Love This Microwave Oatmeal Recipe

A kid-friendly recipe. There’s no way your kids will say no to a big bowl of chocolate oatmeal in the morning. The more toppings, the better!
Packed with nutrients. This chocolate oatmeal is filled with good-for-you healthy ingredients! Plus, oatmeal keeps you fuller, longer!
Uses pantry staples. You probably have all these ingredients sitting in your kitchen already!

Chocolate Oatmeal Ingredients

Chocolate milk: You can use chocolate almond milk or regular milk if you’d like. You can also mix half milk half water is you want to cut down the calories. Flavor will be compromised this way though.
Rolled oats: Make sure to use plain old-fashioned oats and not quick oats or steel-cut oats because the consistency won’t be the same if you change the type of oatmeal used.
Salt: You just need a pinch of salt to balance out the flavor.
Sweetener: You can use honey or maple syrup if you’d like to add some sweetness to the chocolate peanut butter oatmeal.
Toppings: I use peanut butter, chocolate chips, and roasted peanuts for my oatmeal topping.

How To Make Oatmeal in the Microwave

Cook the oats: Place milk, maple syrup, salt, and oats into a large microwave safe bowl. Give a quick stir. Heat on full power for 2-3 minutes. Check the oatmeal at 2-minute mark. It should be soft, puffed and with just some of the liquid left. Let is stand for 1-2 minutes after it has cooked. Give a quick stir.

chocolate oats ingredients in a bowl before leaving overnight

Transfer to a serving bowl.

chocolate oatmeal in a bowl with toppings

Add the toppings: Add peanut butter, chocolate chips, peanuts. Add maple or honey syrup if desired. Stir the oatmeal and added toppings together. Enjoy warm!

Tips to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Oats

I used caramelized roasted peanuts; feel free to use any peanuts that you like. If you get regular peanuts at the grocery store, make sure to roast them to have the nutty flavor come through at its fullest.
Quick swap for chocolate milk if you don’t have any: use one tablespoon of cocoa powder and milk. Here’s How To Make Almond Milk at home if you are out of milk. Give it a good stir before cooking the oatmeal in the microwave.
You can also use certified gluten-free oats to make this oatmeal 100% gluten-free.
I use smooth peanut butter, but you are welcome to swap it if you prefer different peanut butter.
Don’t skip the salt! The salt helps bring out the sweetness of the oatmeal and balances out the flavor. It doesn’t make the oatmeal salty.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I make oatmeal with milk or water?

You can make oatmeal with either, but I use milk and as the milk adds extra protein and calcium to the oatmeal.

What can I swap peanut butter for?

If you’re out of peanut butter, or allergic, you can swap for any nut butter of your choice. The flavor profile will be a little different, but you’re more than welcomed to use cashew butter, almond butter, etc.

Can I add protein powder to my oatmeal?

You can definitely add a tablespoon of protein powder to your oatmeal. You can use chocolate protein powder to add more chocolate flavor to it. Simply stir it into your oatmeal before adding the toppings.

Can I make it ahead of time?

Oatmeal is great for meal prep as it holds up well in the fridge. It will last in the fridge for up to 5 days and can easily be reheated in the microwave. Skip adding the toppings until you’re ready to eat.

How long can you keep oats in the fridge

Oats will last in the fridge for up to 5 days, if stored well in an air tight container.

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