Description
Discover six delicious and simple overnight oats recipes that are perfect for a nutritious and convenient breakfast. These recipes combine rolled oats with milk, fruits, nuts, seeds, and natural sweeteners to create creamy, wholesome overnight oats ready to eat by morning. Customize with your favorite toppings and enjoy a hot or cold, satisfying start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup milk of choice
- ½ mashed banana
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- Dash of sea salt
- 1 tablespoon ground flax (optional)
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
Blueberry Cashew Butter Flavor
- ¼ cup blueberries
- 1 tablespoon cashew butter (or almond butter)
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- Dash of sea salt
Strawberry Peanut Butter (Mashed Strawberries)
- 2 teaspoons peanut butter (extra to drizzle if desired)
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 4-5 strawberries, mashed or chopped
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- Dash of sea salt
Strawberry Peanut Butter (Sliced Strawberries with Chocolate Chips)
- 2 teaspoons peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips
- Dash of sea salt
- 4-5 strawberries, sliced or chopped
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 2-3 teaspoons cream (half & half or heavy cream)
- Dash of sea salt
Coconut Almond Chocolate Chip Flavor
- 2 tablespoons shredded coconut, unsweetened
- 1 tablespoon sliced almonds
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Small drop of almond extract (less than ¼ teaspoon)
- Dash of sea salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl or a jar that can be sealed, combine the base ingredients—rolled oats, milk, mashed banana, nuts, vanilla extract, cinnamon, sea salt, ground flax (if using), and maple syrup—with the ingredients for the chosen flavor variation. Stir well to mix everything evenly.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Seal the container tightly and place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the oats to soak and soften, absorbing the flavors of the other ingredients.
- Serve: Before serving, optionally add an extra splash of milk to adjust the consistency. The oats can be enjoyed cold straight from the fridge or warmed up to your preference. Add any additional desired toppings or drizzles before serving.
Notes
- Use your preferred type of milk: dairy or plant-based options like almond, oat, or soy milk work great.
- The ground flax seed is optional but adds extra fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey or agave for sweetness.
- For a thicker texture, reduce the milk slightly; for creamier oats, add more milk or cream.
- Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to experiment with different nuts, seeds, or fruit based on seasonality and preference.
