Overnight Oats

I love making overnight oats, and we almost always have a batch in the refrigerator. Keeping healthy breakfast options ready for everyone in the house is a priority because, after all, breakfast fuels the rest of the day.

To keep things interesting, I enjoy experimenting with different overnight oat flavors. Since they’re so quick and easy to prepare, I like to make a few varieties at once. This way, everyone has their favorite flavor waiting in the fridge, making mornings smoother for the whole family.

For years, I’ve relied on this base recipe for consistently great results. Now, I’m excited to share it with you, along with some of my favorite flavor combinations to inspire your next batch!

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OVERNIGHT OATS INGREDIENTS

• Old Fashioned Oats– I find that Old Fashioned Oats have a better texture in this recipe. You can use steel cut or instant, but the texture will be different.
• Yogurt– ANY kind of yogurt can be used when making Overnight Oats. Just keep in mind the sweetness and flavor of the yogurt will affect the entire dish.
• Almond Milk– or any milk, even water will work.
• Extracts can be used to flavor the Overnight Oats
• Spices like cinnamon can be used.
• Chia Seeds offer nutrients like fiber and Omega 3s. They also help to thicken the Overnight Oats.
• Sweeteners like honey or maple syrup. If you are using sweetened yogurt, you may not need any additional sweeteners.
• Nut Butters are great for additional protein and flavor
• Additional add ins like fruit (fresh or dried), nuts and granola.

How to make overnight oats

Flavor combinations and full recipes are in the recipe card below.

Making overnight oats is as simple as combining all the ingredients in a bowl or jar, mixing well, and letting them chill overnight. That’s exactly why overnight oats are so popular—you get a delicious, nutritious breakfast with almost no prep work!

For flavor add-ins, just mix them in with the base ingredients until fully combined. As for toppings, you can either add them the night before or sprinkle them on right before eating—the choice is yours!

WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO EAT OVERNIGHT OATS?

Overnight Oats are great eaten cold or warmed up.

How long do they last?

You can keep Overnight Oats in the refrigerator for about 4 days.

DO overnight oats have to be made the night before?

Yes, and no. You have to give the oats time to soak up the moisture from the milk and yogurt to soften them. That is why they are typically made the night before so that they are ready for breakfast in the morning. You can make them in the morning and check on the texture of the oats after about 6 hours.

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Overnight Oats

Make perfect Overnight Oats every time with this simple, customizable recipe. This healthy breakfast option is easy to prepare and endlessly versatile!

Author: Sky Pilgreen Cooking Method: No Cooking Categories: Breakfast Recipe Keys: B breakfast M meal prep O overnight oats

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Prep Time 5 mins Total Time 5 mins Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 1

Ingredients

Servings

• ¹⁄₂ cup old fashioned oats
• ¹⁄₂ cup yogurt (any kind)
• ¹⁄₂ cup almond milk (or any liquid)
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 2 tablespoons honey (or as needed)

Instructions

1. Basic Overnight Oats

   Mix all of the ingredients together in a container, cover with a lid and refrigerate overnight. Add any of the flavor combinations below.

2. Cinnamon Maple Pecan

   1 teaspoon vanilla extract

   1 teaspoon cinnamon

   3 tablespoons maple syrup

   3 tablespoons toasted and chopped pecans

   Mix all of the ingredients in with the oats except for the pecans.  When you go to eat the oats, mix in the pecans.

3. Chocolate Almond

   1 heaping tablespoon almond butter

   2 tablespoons cocoa powder

   3 tablespoons honey

   Toasted slices almonds for topping if desired.

   Mix in all of the ingredients to the oat mixture.

4. Coconut Raspberry

   1/4 cup almond milk, or your liquid of choice

   1/2 cup shredded, unsweetened coconut 

   1/4 cup fresh or frozen raspberries

   Additional raspberries for topping, if desired

   Mix all of the ingredients, except the raspberries, in with the oat mixture.  Add in the raspberries and gently stir.

5. Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

   Increase the milk to 5 ounces (1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons).  Also increase to honey to 4 tablespoons or to taste.

   Add in 3 tablespoons of creamy or crunchy peanut butter.

   2 tablespoons of cocoa powder.

   Mix well and refrigerate.  Bananas are a great topping for this overnight oats recipe.