Description
This Ultimate Overnight Oats recipe offers a quick, easy, and nutritious breakfast that requires minimal prep time. Combining rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and optional sweeteners and vanilla, it soaks overnight to create a creamy, delicious base. Topped with fresh fruits, nuts, or granola, this versatile dish can be enjoyed cold or gently warmed for a blissful start to your morning.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Toppings
- Fresh fruits (such as berries, banana slices, or apple chunks)
- Nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
- Granola
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a mason jar or airtight container, add rolled oats, milk, plain Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt, chia seeds, optional honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. This mixture forms the base of your overnight oats.
- Mix Evenly: Stir the contents thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well combined and the chia seeds are evenly distributed.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Seal the container tightly and place it in the refrigerator overnight or for at least 4 hours to allow the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquids and soften properly.
- Stir and Adjust Consistency: The next morning, remove the container from the fridge and give the mixture a good stir. If you prefer a thinner consistency, add a splash more milk and mix again.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Top your overnight oats with fresh fruits, nuts, or granola as desired. Enjoy your oats cold directly from the fridge or gently warm them before eating if preferred.
Notes
- Use any milk of your choice including almond, soy, oat, or regular dairy milk to suit dietary preferences.
- Chia seeds add fiber and protein, but can be omitted if unavailable, though texture will change slightly.
- Sweeteners like honey or maple syrup are optional and can be adjusted based on your taste or dietary needs.
- Overnight oats can be prepared up to 2 days in advance for convenience.
- Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop if you prefer warm oats; avoid overheating as it may alter texture.
- Experiment with different toppings each morning for variety and added nutrition.
