Easy Overnight Oats Recipe
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Easy Overnight Oats Recipe
Description
This overnight oats recipe uses rolled (old fashioned) oats soaked overnight in almond milk and Greek yogurt to soften, creating a creamy base without cooking. Maple syrup adds subtle sweetness while chia seeds contribute a slight gel-like thickness and extra fiber. Mixing the ingredients well and refrigerating allows the oats and chia seeds to absorb liquid, yielding a texture that is simultaneously hearty and smooth.
Before eating, the oats can be served directly from the storage container or transferred to a bowl. Toppings such as fresh fruit (blueberries, strawberries, peaches), nuts (pecans), or mini chocolate chips add flavor variations and visual appeal. The recipe is flexible, allowing substitutions depending on dietary preferences or ingredient availability.
The prep requires minimal active time and can fit well into a morning routine by preparing the night before. Using flavored or sweetened yogurt can reduce added sweetener if desired. Because toppings vary widely, nutrition information applies to the base mixture only. This recipe is suitable for individuals seeking a nutritious, ready-to-eat breakfast option.
Ingredients
For Each Serving of Overnight Oats:
- 1/2 cup rolled oats old fashioned oats
- 5 oz almond milk (just under 2/3 cup) or your milk of choice
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt fat free or whole yogurt*
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1 Tbsp chia seeds
Topping Combinations:
- Blueberry 1/4 cup blueberries
- lemon zest 1/4 cup blueberries
- strawberry 1/3 cup strawberries
- mini chocolate chips 1/3 cup strawberries
- peach or nectarine; 1/3 cup + raspberries
- banana 1/2 banana, chopped pecans
- pecan 1/2 banana, chopped pecans
Instructions
- In a mason jar, add all of your ingredients: rolled oats, almond milk, yogurt, maple syrup, and chia seeds. Stir until well combined then cover and refrigerate overnight.
- To serve, add your favorite toppings and enjoy it out of the jar, or transfer to a bowl and sprinkle on your favorite fruit or nut toppings.
Notes
- If using sweetened or flavored yogurt, adjust or omit the maple syrup according to desired sweetness, as yogurt will contribute sugar.
- Nutrition facts apply to the oats mixture before adding any toppings; topping choices affect final nutrition.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 1person
Amount Per Serving
Calories 315 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 315kcal | 16% |
| Carbs | 48g | |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 208mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 311mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 8IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 344mg | 34% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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