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Overnight Oats Recipe

A straightforward and nourishing overnight oats recipe, perfect for preparing in advance to ensure a wholesome breakfast awaits on busy mornings. Easily customizable with an array of delightful mix-ins and toppings.
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Overnight Oats Recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Chill time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 1

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • ½ cup milk of choice
  • ½ cup rolled oats

Suggested Add-Ins

  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon sweetener honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • ¼ cup non-fat Greek yogurt

Peanut Butter & Jelly Variation

  • 2 tablespoons crushed peanuts
  • ¼ cup diced strawberries
  • 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon strawberry jam

Apple Pie Variation

  • 1 tablespoon chopped pecans
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ cup diced apples
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup

Banana Nutella Variation

  • ½ banana sliced
  • 1 tablespoon Nutella
  • 1 tablespoon chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon crushed hazelnuts

Almond Joy Variation

  • 1 tablespoon chopped almonds
  • ¼ cup shredded coconut
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon chocolate chips

Blueberry Lemon Muffin Variation

  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • ¼ cup blueberries
  • 2 teaspoons honey

Maple Brown Sugar Variation

  • Pinch of salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Instructions

  • Combine the oats, milk, and desired add-ins in a spacious glass container and stir thoroughly until the mixture is fully blended. Cover securely with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours, preferably overnight, to allow the oats to soak. Incorporate toppings either before chilling or immediately prior to serving. When ready to eat, remove the cover and enjoy directly from the container, thinning with additional milk or water if a looser consistency is preferred.

Notes

Storage: Prepared overnight oats may be kept refrigerated for up to five days, making this an excellent option for weekly breakfast preparation.
Substitutions: Adhere to the base recipe for optimal results. For vegan oats, select plant-based milk and yogurt, and opt for maple syrup as a sweetener. To make gluten-free, ensure the oats are certified gluten-free. For a sugar-free version, omit sweeteners and use mashed or pureed fruit instead.