Description

This Healthy Overnight Oats recipe is a delicious and nutritious make-ahead breakfast that combines quick oats, chia seeds, Greek yogurt, and milk for a creamy, satisfying start to your day. With eight exciting flavor variations, you can customize your oats to suit your cravings, from Snickers-inspired peanut butter and chocolate to refreshing lemon blueberry or classic apple pie.

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, sliced
2-4 vanilla wafer cookies, crushed

Strawberry Banana Variation

1 medium banana, sliced or mashed
4 medium strawberries, sliced

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 almond milk with brewed coffee or bold brew

PB&J Variation

2 tablespoons peanut butter
2 tablespoons preserves

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Instructions

Combine Base Ingredients: Place all ingredients for the base recipe—oats, chia seeds, Greek yogurt, milk, vanilla extract, and maple syrup—into a large container and stir until well combined.
Add Flavor Variations: Mix in the specific ingredients for the flavor variation you desire, ensuring they are evenly incorporated into the oat mixture.
Refrigerate: Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, which allows the oats and chia seeds to soften and flavors to meld.
Stir Before Serving: When ready to eat, stir the oats thoroughly. If needed, add a splash of milk to reach your preferred consistency—some like their oats thick, others more liquid.
Top and Enjoy: Garnish your overnight oats with extra toppings from your chosen flavor variation or fresh fruits, then enjoy cold straight from the fridge.

Notes

This recipe was updated on December 27, 2023, adding eight new flavor variations to the classic base.
Great for batch cooking and meal prep – can be easily doubled or tripled.
For added protein, incorporate ¼ cup protein powder and adjust milk by ¼ to ⅓ cup as needed.
To make vegan, use plant-based yogurt and non-dairy milk alternatives.
Nutrition facts provided apply to the base recipe only, without any flavor variations.
Store overnight oats in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
Optional warming: microwave for 30-60 seconds if you prefer warm oats, though serving cold is ideal.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 290
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 5mg