Peach Cobbler Overnight Oats

Wake up to a jar full of these Peach Cobbler Overnight Oats that are loaded with fresh peaches, cinnamon spice, honey, and vanilla yogurt.  This easy oatmeal recipe is gluten-free and vegetarian and can easily be made vegan.  You can meal prep it ahead of time for a quick grab-and-go breakfast or a healthy after school snack or dessert.

Healthy Peach Overnight Oats

A few years ago we went through a phase of making just about every kind of healthy overnight oats recipe you can imagine.

And it all started with these Maple Cinnamon & Brown Sugar Overnight Oats.

My husband was commuting a lot for a job he had almost two hours away.  On those hectic mornings he needed a quick and healthy breakfast-on-the-go that he could easily take with him.

And so started our love for all types of overnight oats!!

While I thought I had made every possible combination I could think of (Peanut Butter Chocolate, Blueberry Chia, Strawberry Shortcake, Pumpkin Spice…) this summer I realized I had not yet made…

A Peach Cobbler Overnight Oats recipe!

Peach Cobbler Oatmeal

After years of making overnight oatmeal, I was surprised by how much this recipe actually tasted just like I was eating a Southern Peach Cobbler.

But then again, it IS made from fresh peaches, local honey, and a bit of cinnamon spice.

(with a little bit of old-fashioned oats and cashew or almond milk, of course!)

And then you top these delightful peach overnight oats with some toasted pecans and voila!!  A delicious peach cobbler flavor explosion that’s healthy enough to eat for breakfast!

Ingredients

Just like in all overnight oats recipes, there are 2 ingredients that are absolutely mandatory:

• Oats – Old-fashioned rolled oats are the best type to use.  They maintain their texture after soaking and do not get too mushy like quick cooking oats tend to do.
  • You can use quick cooking oats, but they will not store well for as many days.
  • If you’re gluten-free make sure you look for Bob’s Red Mill’s variety of gluten-free oats.
• Milk – There are a variety of milks you can use when making overnight oats and you can learn more about them below.

The above ingredients are used in every single overnight oats recipe you will come across.  To make a peach cobbler flavor you will also need these ingredients:

• Peaches – Peeled fresh peaches are the star of the overnight oats show.  You can learn how to peel fresh peaches if you’re not sure how.
  • Frozen peaches can also be used, but you will want to make sure and thaw them before following the recipe below.
  • Canned peaches in juice, not syrup, also make a great substitution for fresh.
• Yogurt – Either plain or vanilla-flavored yogurts recommended.
  • If you prefer overnight oats that are not-too-sweet you’ll want to use yogurt that does not have any sugar added.
  • For those with a sweet tooth you can always grab your favorite sweetened variety.
  • Dairy-free yogurt can also be used to make these vegan overnight oats.
• Local Honey – This natural sweetener adds a lovely and subtle floral flavor that pairs beautifully with the fresh peaches.  If you’re vegan, feel free to substitute with pure maple syrup or agave nectar instead.
• Vanilla – This adds a nice depth of flavor to the oats.
• Toasted Pecans – Totally optional and can be left off if you have picky eaters, but these nuts add a lovely crunch to the creamy peach oats.

Types of Milk

There are numerous types of milk that can be used when making overnight oats with very minimal affect on the finished product.

A few of the best types of milk to use include:

• Cashew Milk – This nut milk is super creamy and tastes really good.
• Oat Milk – Another great and super creamy variety, but it is a little more calorie-loaded than other nut-based milks.
• Almond Milk – This is also a great low-calorie go-to when you get the unsweetened kind.
• Soy Milk – Can also be used but is pretty allergenic for most people.
• Regular Milk – This type can definitely be used if you do not have a milk allergy or are lactose intolerant.

Cook’s Tip: The only milk I would NOT recommend using is coconut milk.  This will give your oats a pretty strong coconut instead of a peach flavor.

How to Make Overnight Oats

The process of making these peach cobbler overnight oats is relatively simple and consists of the following steps:

1. Toast pecans in a large skillet or sauce pan over medium-low heat for 4-5 minutes.  Set aside. (step 1 above)
2. Add peeled and diced peaches to the saucepan over medium heat along with 1 tablespoon of honey and ¼ teaspoon cinnamon. (step 2 above)
3. Sauté for 4-5 minutes or until peaches are tender.
4. Turn off heat and stir in lemon juice.
5. Mix together oats, milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and ⅛ teaspoon of cinnamon and nutmeg in a large bowl. (step 3 above)

1. Divide the oats evenly between four jars. (step 1 above)
2. Add a little more than 1 ounce of yogurt to each jar. (step 2 above)
3. Distribute equal amounts of the peach mixture to each jar. (step 3 above)
4. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight before serving with toasted pecans. (step 4 above)

What Type of Jars to Use?

The best type of jars to use when making

overnight oat recipes are glass mason jars.

Depending on the serving size you can either use 4-ounce mason jars, 6-ounce mason jars, or 8-ounce mason jars.

Since 8-ounce jars are the easiest to locate and will fit an entire serving size, that is what I would recommend using in this recipe.

Serving – Warm or Cold?

Oftentimes I get asked the question, “Do you serve overnight oats warm or cold?”

And the answer is, it’s completely up to you!

Personally, I enjoy the ease of grabbing a jar of oats straight from the fridge and chowing down on them chilled.

However, if you want to heat yours up you are more than welcome to and can read more below about how to do that.

FAQs

Are these oats vegan and gluten-free?

They can be!  This recipe can easily be made vegan by using pure maple syrup instead of honey and a dairy-free yogurt.  They are gluten-free when certified gluten-free oats are used.

Can I heat them up?

Yes.  You absolutely can heat up overnight oats.  Simply warm them up in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until they are heated through.  You may need to add a little extra milk to get the consistency you desire.

Cook’s Tip: Wait until after the oats are heated up to add the toasted pecans.

Meal Prep & Storing

Overnight oats will last in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.  But please know, the texture begins to get a little mushier with each day and they are best if enjoyed within the first 24 hours.

If you would like to have that delicious texture every morning of the week, do not add the milk to the jar until the night before serving.

I would not recommend freezing overnight oats.  The texture of the oats will not be the same and instead will be too watery.

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Peach Cobbler Overnight Oats

Wake up to a jar full of these Peach Cobbler Overnight Oats that are loaded with fresh peaches, cinnamon spice, honey, and vanilla yogurt.  This easy oatmeal recipe is gluten-free and vegetarian and can easily be made vegan.  You can meal prep it ahead of time for a quick grab-and-go breakfast or a healthy after school snack or dessert.

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword easy, gluten free, healthy, overnight oats

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes

Servings 4 servings

Calories 336 kcal

Author London

Ingredients

• ¼ cup pecans coarsely chopped
• 2 cups fresh peeled peaches* finely diced
• ¼ cup honey* divided
• 1 tsp. lemon juice fresh
• ⅜ tsp. cinnamon
• ⅛ tsp. nutmeg
• 2 cups oats old-fashioned rolled oats, gluten-free
• 2 cups milk almond, cashew, or soy milk
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 5 oz. container of yogurt* plain or vanilla

Instructions

1. Toast pecans in a large skillet or sauce pan over medium-low heat for 4-5 minutes.  Set aside.

2. Add peeled and diced peaches to the saucepan over medium heat along with 1 tablespoon of honey and ¼ teaspoon cinnamon.

3. Saute for 4-5 minutes or until peaches are tender.
4. Turn off heat and stir in lemon juice.

5. Mix together oats, milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and ⅛ teaspoon of cinnamon and nutmeg in a large bowl.

6. Divide the oats evenly between four jars.

7. Add a little more than 1 ounce of yogurt to each jar.

8. Distribute equal amounts of the peach mixture to each jar.
9. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight before serving with toasted pecans.

Recipe Notes

• You can also use frozen or canned peaches.
• Substitute with pure maple syrup or agave nectar and a dairy-free yogurt if vegan.

Nutrition Facts

Peach Cobbler Overnight Oats

Amount Per Serving

Calories 336 Calories from Fat 90

% Daily Value*

Fat 10g15%

Saturated Fat 2g13%

Cholesterol 5mg2%

Sodium 182mg8%

Potassium 384mg11%

Carbohydrates 56g19%

Fiber 6g25%

Sugar 27g30%

Protein 9g18%

Vitamin A 286IU6%

Vitamin C 6mg7%

Calcium 228mg23%

Iron 2mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.