Description
A healthy and versatile overnight oats recipe that combines quick oats, chia seeds, Greek yogurt, and almond milk for a creamy, nutritious breakfast. Customize it with eight delicious flavor variations like Snickers, Banana Cream Pie, Strawberry Banana, and more. Perfect for meal prep, this easy no-cook recipe can be enjoyed cold or warmed up for a wholesome start to your day.
Ingredients
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Base Recipe
- 1 cup quick cooking oats (rolled oats work too)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup milk, any kind (unsweetened almond milk recommended)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
Snickers Variation
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon chopped peanuts
- 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips
- Optional: 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Banana Cream Pie Variation
- 1 medium banana, cut into slices
- 2-4 vanilla wafer cookies, crushed
Strawberry Banana Variation
- 1 medium banana, cut into slices (or mashed)
- 4 medium strawberries, cut into slices
Chocolate Protein Variation
- 1/4 cup chocolate protein powder
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup milk, or more, to taste
Apple Pie Variation
- 1/2 cup shredded apple
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
Lemon Blueberry Variation
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries, mashed
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
Vanilla Latte Variation
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Replace 1/2 cup of the almond milk with brewed coffee or bold brew
PB&J Variation
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons preserves
Instructions
- Combine base ingredients: Place all the ingredients for the base recipe into a large container and mix until fully combined, ensuring the oats and chia seeds start absorbing the liquid.
- Add flavor variations: Mix in any of the desired flavor variation ingredients thoroughly into the base mixture, blending the flavors well.
- Refrigerate: Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, allowing the oats to soften and the flavors to meld together.
- Stir and adjust: When ready to eat, stir the overnight oats well. Add more milk as desired to achieve your preferred consistency, whether thick or slightly thinner.
- Add toppings and serve: Top your overnight oats with extra flavor toppings if you like and enjoy cold. Optionally, warm in the microwave for 30-60 seconds if preferred.
Notes
- This recipe was updated on December 27, 2023, to include 8 different flavor variations while keeping the base recipe unchanged.
- Batch cooking/meal-prep: Easily double or triple the recipe for convenient make-ahead breakfasts.
- Protein powder can be added (¼ cup) to increase protein content, but you may need to add an extra ¼ to ⅓ cup of milk for desired consistency.
- For a vegan option, substitute Greek yogurt with plant-based yogurt and use non-dairy milk.
- Nutrition info provided is for the base recipe only, excluding flavor variations.
- Store overnight oats in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.
- Although best served cold, overnight oats can be microwaved for 30-60 seconds if you prefer them warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/2 recipe)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
