Description
This easy overnight oats recipe is a quick, healthy, and customizable breakfast option that’s perfect for busy mornings. Simply mix the ingredients the night before, refrigerate, and enjoy a creamy and filling meal the next morning.
Ingredients
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
1/4 cup yogurt (optional, for creaminess)
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Fresh fruit or toppings of choice (e.g., berries, nuts, nut butter)
Instructions
- In a mason jar or bowl, combine the rolled oats, milk, yogurt (if using), chia seeds, maple syrup (if using), vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
- Stir everything together until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 4 hours.
- In the morning, give the oats a good stir and add your desired toppings, such as fresh fruit, nuts, or nut butter.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, use almond milk, coconut milk, or other dairy-free milk alternatives.
Sweeteners can be swapped based on your preference, such as using honey or agave nectar.
Try adding different fruits like strawberries, blueberries, or bananas.
For extra creaminess, add a spoonful of peanut butter or almond butter.
Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
If you want to reheat, simply microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute and stir in toppings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
