Overnight Oats
Total Time
5 minutes, plus 4 hours to chill in the fridge
Prep Time
5 minutes
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
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Ingredients
1 servings
- ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup milk (any kind except coconut milk)
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1½ teaspoons chia seeds (optional)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- Pinch cinnamon
- Pinch salt
- Optional Toppings: Fresh or dried fruit, Nuts/seeds, Granola, Shredded or toasted coconut, Nut butter, Apple butter or pumpkin butter, Honey or maple syrup, Cinnamon or nutmeg
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Preparation
Step 1
Mix: In a small jar or airtight container, combine the oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds (if using), maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt. Stir well to ensure everything is mixed evenly.
Step 2
Refrigerate: Seal the jar/container and place it in the refrigerator overnight, or for at least 4 hours, to allow the oats to absorb the liquid and soften.
Step 3
Serve: In the morning, stir the mixture. If it seems too thick, add a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency. Top with your favorite optional toppings and enjoy. Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Step 4
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Chef's notes
OVERNIGHT OAT VARIATIONS
Peanut Butter Overnight Oats:
½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats, ⅔ cup milk (any kind except coconut), 1½ tablespoons peanut butter, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1½ teaspoons chia seeds, Pinch salt, Chopped peanuts, for serving (optional)
Banana Overnight Oats:
½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats, ½ cup milk (any kind except coconut), 2 tablespoons mashed banana, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1½ teaspoons chia seeds, Pinch cinnamon, Pinch salt, Sliced bananas, for serving, Walnuts or pecans, for serving, Chocolate chips, for serving (optional)
Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oats:
½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats, ½ cup milk (any kind except coconut), 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1½ teaspoons chia seeds, Pinch cinnamon or pumpkin spice, Pinch salt, Chopped pecans, for serving
Apple Nut Overnight Oats:
½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats, ½ cup milk (any kind except coconut), 2 tablespoons applesauce, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1½ teaspoons chia seeds, Pinch cinnamon, Pinch salt, Chopped apples, for serving, Pecans or walnuts, for serving
