Overnight Oats with Yogurt Recipe
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Overnight Oats with Yogurt Recipe
Description
Overnight Oats with Yogurt mixes rolled oats with vanilla yogurt, honey, and water to allow the oats to absorb moisture and soften overnight in the refrigerator. Ground cinnamon can be added for gentle warmth and aroma. The cold soaking process makes the oats tender without cooking.
After resting overnight, the mixture is stirred and served chilled. Optional toppings such as fresh berries, nuts, or granola add texture, flavor, and variety to the dish. The finished oats have a creamy consistency from the yogurt and a lightly sweet taste enhanced by honey and vanilla.
This recipe yields enough for about two servings and can be multiplied for meal prep. It is flexible with substitutions, such as using different types of yogurt or milk. Steel-cut oats are not recommended due to their firm texture after soaking.
The oats can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to four days, making it convenient for planned breakfasts. Drizzling additional honey on top just before serving can enhance sweetness if desired.
Ingredients
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt or Greek Vanilla Yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey more to taste, or maple syrup
- 1 cup water or milk of your choice
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats old-fashioned
Optional Toppings:
- ½ cup Fresh fruit such as fresh berries
- nuts or a few tablespoons of nut butter
- granola
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together vanilla yogurt, honey, and water until well combined.
- Stir in the oats: Stir in the rolled oats and ground cinnamon (if using) and mix until fully incorporated.
- Cover and rest: Cover with plastic wrap or a tight-fitting lid and place in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Stir: In the morning, give it a quick stir.
- Garnish and serve: Divide the overnight yogurt oats into bowls (or jars) and, if preferred, garnish them with your favorite toppings and a drizzle of honey.
Notes
- You can use homemade or store-bought vanilla yogurt, or substitute with any flavored yogurt you prefer.
- Instant oats may be used but steel-cut oats are not recommended as they remain too firm after soaking overnight.
- For meal prep, multiply ingredients maintaining a general ratio of 1 ½ cups oats to 1 cup yogurt and 1 cup water or milk.
- Store the prepared oats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
- Nutrition info excludes optional toppings like fruit or nuts.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 203 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 203kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 43g | 14% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 91mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 334mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 41g | 82% |
| Vitamin A | 233IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 222mg | 22% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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