Easy Overnight Oats
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4.6
Easy Overnight Oats
Description
This recipe blends old-fashioned oats with almond milk and Greek yogurt to create a creamy base that softens overnight through soaking and the thickening effect of chia seeds. The addition of pure maple syrup and vanilla extract subtly sweetens and flavors the mixture. A pinch of cinnamon and sea salt rounds out the taste.
Once refrigerated overnight, the oats develop a pudding-like consistency. Stirring before eating helps incorporate any liquid that settles. Toppings such as fresh fruit, dried fruit, nut butter, nuts, coconut, or granola can be added for extra texture and flavor. These toppings can be included during soaking or added just before serving, especially crunchy elements to preserve texture.
Overnight oats keep well in the refrigerator for up to five days. However, if fresh fruit is included, it’s best to consume within three days to maintain freshness.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup almond milk or milk of your choice, unsweetened vanilla
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt can use vegan yogurt or extra milk, plain
- 1 to 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup or honey
- 1 to 2 teaspoons chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
- cinnamon optional, dash
- Pinch of sea salt
- Fresh fruit dried fruit, nut butter, chopped nuts, coconut, granola, etc, toppings
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 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
- When using nuts, coconut, or granola, add them as toppings rather than mixing in to maintain their crunch.
- Overnight oats can be stored refrigerated for up to 5 days; if including fresh fruit, consume within 3 days for best quality.
- To vary texture, you can stir in fruit, nut butter, or protein powder either during soaking or as toppings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 245 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 245kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 184mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 252mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 4IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 259mg | 26% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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