See how to make the best overnight oats! It's one of the simplest no-cook breakfast choices, leaving you with nutritious grab-and-go breakfasts to enjoy all week. It's also infinitely customizable!
Overnight oats were developed for you if you like healthy breakfast ideas but don't want to do a lot of work in the morning. To be honest, it's as simple as mixing a few ingredients in a jar, putting it in the fridge, and eating it the next morning. That's all! There is no cooking or baking, and no extra dishes are required. It's an all-around winner.
The beauty of overnight oats is that they can be as basic or as imaginative as you like. The foundation dish is tasty and satisfying on its own. You can dress it up with a number of toppings and mix-ins, such as fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, spices, jams, and more.
OVERNIGHT OATS INGREDIENTS
While technically overnight oats simply require rolled oats and milk, I usually include chia seeds, yogurt, and a smidgeon of maple syrup in my basic recipe. That's what makes them so creamy and delicious!
Rolled oats: For the greatest texture, use old-fashioned rolled oats. If you're gluten-sensitive or celiac, seek certified gluten-free oats.
- Milk: You can use either dairy or nondairy milk.
- Yogurt: A basic Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt adds smoothness, protein, and just the right amount of sour taste.
- Chia Seeds: These wonderful tiny seeds will gel up in the oats, creating a creamy and rich texture. They're also high in nutrients and have several health advantages.
- Maple Syrup: Natural sweeteners such as maple syrup or honey complement the dish well. You may always add as much or as little as you like.
HOW TO MAKE EASY OVERNIGHT OATS
It's extremely simple to prepare overnight oats in a jar for a single serving!
- Mix everything together. Combine the oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, and maple syrup in a small container.
- It's time to soak. Put the jar in the fridge for at least 2 hours, but overnight is preferable.
- Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy your next morning! Alternatively, you may scoop the oats into a bowl and then top it with your favorite toppings.
If you want to create a larger quantity, simply double, treble, or quadruple the recipe. It's as simple as that!
- Combine everything in a mixing bowl. Combine the oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, and maple syrup in a large mixing basin.
- Soak covered. Refrigerate the bowl overnight, covered with a lid or plastic wrap.
- Individually serve. Scoop roughly 1 cup of the mixture from the dish into a serving glass or bowl. Then top with your favorite toppings!
THE BEST JARS TO USE
While many photographs depict overnight oats heaped to the brim with overflowing toppings, this is just not feasible in terms of mixing. You'll need a large enough jar to mix everything together without making a mess. Thus, if you want to add toppings, I recommend a 16-ounce jar. A 12-ounce jar is sufficient for the base recipe with a small number of mix-ins.
- Mason Jars: Classic mason jars are ideal for overnight oats. The pint-sized jars hold 16 ounces, and the screw top cover is both secure and simple to use. If you like, you may also acquire 16-ounce wide-mouth jars.
- Weck Jars: While I adore Weck Jars for so many things (including chia pudding), if you plan to "grab and go" with your overnight oats, the clips may fall out. But, if you're cautious, the ¼ liter mold jar, at 12.5 ounces, is the right size for the foundation recipe.
HOW TO STORE AND MEAL PREP
Overnight oats are a meal prep savior whether you're cooking a single dish or 5 days' worth of breakfast.
- Overnight oats can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days. If you have fruit toppings or mix-ins, I recommend no longer than three days because the fruit will go bad first.
- For Freezing: Yes, overnight oats may be frozen! Overnight oats, like my meal prep chia pudding, will keep in the freezer for several months.
EASY OVERNIGHT OATS (6 AMAZING FLAVORS)
Ingredients
BASIC OVERNIGHT OATS
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup milk (dairy or dairy-free)
- ¼ Greek yogurt (dairy or dairy-free)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
BANANA BREAD OVERNIGHT OATS
- ½ banana, mashed
- 2 tablespoon chopped walnuts
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch of ground flaxseed
SPICED PEAR OVERNIGHT OATS
- ½ pear, diced
- 1 tablespoon chopped pecans
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch of nutmeg
PB&J OVERNIGHT OATS
- 2 tablespoon raspberry jam or puree
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1 teaspoon chopped pistachios
PINA COLADA OVERNIGHT OATS
- ¼ cup small diced pineapple
- 1 tablespoon shredded coconut
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- *note: use coconut milk in the base recipe
CARROT CAKE OVERNIGHT OATS
- ¼ cup shredded carrot
- 1 tablespoon shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon raisins
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
STRAWBERRY PROTEIN OVERNIGHT OATS
- ¼ cup small diced strawberry
- 1 scoop protein powder or collagen powder
- 1 tablespoon sliced almonds
- ½ teaspoon teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients into a sealable jar or bowl and give it a stir until combined.
- Let it soak in the fridge for at least 2 hours, but it's best to soak overnight for 8 hours. This will yield a creamier consistency.
- Top your overnight oats with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
TIPS
- If you make a large batch in a bowl, once it’s set and thickened overnight scoop out about 1 cup for a single serving.
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