Overnight Oats
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Overnight Oats
Description
This Overnight Oats recipe uses old-fashioned rolled oats soaked in a mixture of milk and plain Greek yogurt, sweetened lightly with maple syrup, with optional chia seeds and a pinch of cinnamon and salt. The mixture rests overnight in the refrigerator, allowing the oats to absorb the liquid and soften to a creamy texture without cooking.
In the morning, the oats can be stirred and adjusted for consistency with extra milk if desired, and finished with optional toppings like fresh fruit, nuts, granola, or nut butter according to preference. The recipe provides ideas for variations including peanut butter, banana, pumpkin spice, and apple nut flavors, adapting the base to different tastes.
Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days, making them a convenient make-ahead breakfast option. The recipe encourages creativity with mix-ins to suit individual flavor preferences and nutritional needs.
Ingredients
For the Oats
- ½ cup rolled oats old-fashioned
- ½ cup milk any kind except coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons yogurt plain, Greek
- 1½ teaspoons chia seed optional
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- cinnamon pinch
- salt pinch
Optional Toppings
- Fruit fresh or dried
- nuts
- seeds
- granola
- coconut shredded or toasted
- nut butter
- apple butter or pumpkin butter
- honey or maple syrup
- cinnamon or nutmeg
Instructions
- Mix: In a small jar or airtight container, combine the oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds (if using), maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt. Stir well to ensure everything is mixed evenly.
- Refrigerate: Seal the jar/container and place it in the refrigerator overnight, or for at least 4 hours, to allow the oats to absorb the liquid and soften.
- Serve: In the morning, stir the mixture. If it seems too thick, add a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency. Top with your favorite optional toppings and enjoy. Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- Use old-fashioned rolled oats, avoiding quick oats for better texture.
- Store the overnight oats in a sealed container to keep freshness for up to 3 days.
- Add any preferred toppings like fresh fruit, nuts, or nut butter just before serving to maintain texture.
- Experiment with flavor variations such as pumpkin spice or peanut butter for different tastes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 306 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 306kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 220mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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