Description
A simple and nutritious overnight oats recipe that requires no cooking, perfect for a quick and healthy breakfast. Made with rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, sweetener, chia seeds, fruits, nuts, and spices, this recipe can be customized with dairy or plant-based options and your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup Rolled Oats (Absorb liquid well and soften overnight.)
- 1 cup Milk (Dairy or plant-based alternative.)
- 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt (Can use dairy-free option.)
Flavorings and Add-ins
- 1-2 tablespoons Sweetener (Honey, maple syrup, or other natural sweeteners.)
- 1 tablespoon Chia Seeds (Optional for thickness and nutrition.)
- 1/2 teaspoon Spices (Cinnamon or nutmeg for flavor.)
Toppings
- 1/2 cup Fruits (Fresh or dried fruits like bananas or berries.)
- 1/4 cup Nuts or Seeds (Almonds, walnuts, or sunflower seeds.)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Place all your ingredients on a clean countertop to prepare for assembly.
- Combine Oats and Milk: In a bowl or jar, add the rolled oats and milk, stirring gently to combine the two thoroughly.
- Add Yogurt: Incorporate the Greek yogurt into the oat mixture, stirring until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Sweeten: Mix in your choice of sweetener, such as honey or maple syrup, adjusting the quantity to your preferred level of sweetness.
- Add Chia Seeds: Stir in the chia seeds; these help thicken the mixture and add extra nutrients.
- Spice it Up: Add the cinnamon or nutmeg, stirring well to evenly distribute the spices throughout the mixture.
- Incorporate Fruits: Fold in the fresh or dried fruits now or reserve them as a topping for serving.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Transfer the mixture to jars or cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate overnight to allow oats to absorb the liquid and soften.
- Morning Prep: In the morning, give the oats a good stir; add more milk if you prefer a thinner consistency.
- Add Toppings: Top with additional fruits, nuts, or seeds just before serving for added texture and flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Your overnight oats are ready to enjoy as a quick, healthy, and delicious breakfast.
Notes
- Use rolled oats for the best texture; quick oats can become too mushy.
- Adjust sweetness and spices based on personal preferences.
- Overnight oats can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to swap Greek yogurt for plant-based yogurt to make the recipe vegan.
- Chia seeds are optional but add nutritional benefits and thickness.
- Add toppings just before serving to maintain crunchiness of nuts and freshness of fruits.
