Overnight Oats Recipe
This easy overnight oats recipe is the perfect base for a healthy, customizable breakfast. Enjoy it as overnight oats with yogurt for extra creaminess or try it as an overnight oats without yogurt option for a lighter texture.
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Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats use gluten-free oats if needed
- ½ cup milk dairy or plant-based; adjust if adding yogurt
- ¼ cup greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds doubles as a chia pudding recipe base
- 1 tablespoon sweetener honey, maple syrup, or agave
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Mix Ingredients:
- In a jar or container, combine the rolled oats, milk, sweetener, and salt. If you prefer overnight oats with yogurt, stir in the yogurt now.½ cup rolled oats, ¼ cup greek yogurt, ½ cup milk
Add Chia Seeds:
- Sprinkle in the chia seeds and mix well to ensure even distribution.1 tablespoon sweetener, 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Seal & Refrigerate:
- Cover your container and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight. This is the foundation for your simple overnight oats.
Stir & Adjust:
- In the morning, give your oats a good stir. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash more milk.
Serve:
Rekha's Notes
Variations & Tips
- Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats: Add a teaspoon of cinnamon, a dash of vanilla extract, and (if desired) a swirl of cream cheese frosting or sweetened Greek yogurt in the morning.
- Peanut Butter Overnight Oats: Mix in 1 tablespoon of peanut butter and a pinch of cinnamon. For an extra treat, try a chocolate peanut butter overnight oats twist by adding cocoa powder and topping with banana slices.
- Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats: Stir in ½ cup grated apple and extra cinnamon, then top with chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Overnight Oats Without Yogurt: Simply omit the yogurt and rely on milk. Adjust the liquid if needed for your preferred texture.
- Storage Tip: How long are overnight oats good for in fridge? They stay fresh for 3–5 days, making them ideal for meal prep.
- Overnight Oats Ratio: Stick to the 1:1 ratio of oats to liquid for a balanced texture. Modify slightly if adding thicker ingredients.
Nutrition
Calories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 17gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 69mgPotassium: 463mgFiber: 9gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 206IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 304mgIron: 3mg