Overnight Oats

4.62 from 21 votes

Recipe from Two Peas and Their Pod

Creamy, healthy Overnight Oats made with rolled oats, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and milk. This easy make-ahead breakfast comes together in minutes and is perfect for meal prep, busy mornings, and endless topping combinations.

Prep Time5

Total Time4 5

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: oats

Servings:

Calories: 245kcal

Ingredients

1/2 cup old fashioned oats
1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk, or milk of your choice
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, can use vegan yogurt or extra milk
1 to 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup or honey
1 to 2 teaspoons chia seeds
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Dash of cinnamon, optional
Pinch of sea salt
Toppings: fresh fruit, dried fruit, nut butter, chopped nuts, coconut, granola, etc.

Instructions

In a jar or bowl, combine the oats, milk, yogurt, maple syrup, chia seeds, vanilla cinnamon, and sea salt.
Stir well to make sure all the ingredients are combined. Cover with a lid and place in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
In the morning, remove from the refrigerator and stir. If they are too thick, you can add a splash of milk. Top with desired toppings and mix-ins (see the post for ideas). Eat and enjoy!

Notes

Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best texture.
Adjust the milk to make the oats thicker or thinner.
Stir well before refrigerating to evenly distribute the chia seeds.
If the oats are too thick after chilling, stir in a splash of milk before serving.
Add granola, nuts, and coconut just before serving to maintain their crunch.
For extra protein, stir in protein powder, nut butter, or additional Greek yogurt.
Overnight oats keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If adding fresh fruit, enjoy within 2 to 3 days for best quality.
This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for weekly meal prep.

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