Overnight Oats
Overnight Oats combine rolled oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt soaked together in the refrigerator overnight. The base can be topped with fresh or dried fruit, nuts, seeds, or nut butters for a customizable breakfast.
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
- seeds
- nuts
- 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
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 306
% 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.