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Overnight Oats are a fiber-rich, healthy breakfast that you can make ahead for busy mornings. The best part is that there’s no cooking required!
Easy Overnight Oats Recipe
Weekdays are hectic, so having a healthy breakfast that I can grab and eat on the go is a must. Good thing overnight oats practically cook themselves in the fridge! A hearty, healthy breakfast packed with whole grains, fiber, vitamins, and nutrients, they are perfect for meal prep so you can make a few batches ahead to eat throughout the week. (You can also try these Cinnamon-Raisin Overnight Oats or these Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats for variations!)
Why These Easy Oats Are a Long-Time Favorite
Sometimes I cycle through breakfasts, going through a phase where I eat something every morning and then get tired of it. But this recipe for overnight oats never gets old—I could eat it every single day. Here’s why I’ll always be a fan.
- Easy: Overnight oats are the easiest kind to make because they are a no-cook breakfast. Instead of baking, cooking or microwaving the oats, they get soft overnight in the fridge.
- No added sugar: Some overnight oats recipes are heavily sweetened with honey, maple syrup, brown sugar, and sweet add-ins. I don’t like to start my morning with all that sugar, so I rely on fresh fruit and monk fruit sweetener or stevia for sweetness.
- Satisfying: Oats are known for being a filling breakfast thanks to their soluble fiber.
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 0 minutes
Refrigerate: 8 hours
Total: 8 hours 5 minutes
Yield: serving
Serving Size: 1 jar
Cook Mode
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Place all the ingredient in a jar, shake, cover and refrigerate overnight.
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The next morning, add your favorite crunchy toppings such as nuts, granola, etc and enjoy!
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Serving: 1 jar, Calories: 236 kcal, Carbohydrates: 34.5 g, Protein: 6 g, Fat: 10 g, Saturated Fat: 0.5 g, Sodium: 95 mg, Fiber: 8.5 g, Sugar: 11.5 g
Ingredients You’ll Need
Below is everything you’ll need to make this overnight oats recipe. See the recipe card above for the exact measurements.
- Quick Oats are my favorite for making overnight oats because they soften more than other varieties, but old-fashioned oats also work. Avoid using steel cut oats, as they won’t soften enough in the fridge. To make them gluten-free make sure the oats are certified gluten-free.
- Almond Milk, or your milk of choice. I always make sure it’s unsweetened.
- Banana adds sweetness. I add some in the oats and some to the top.
- Chia Seeds are a great source of fiber and some protein too. They expand while they soak which helps give the oats a pudding-like texture
- Blueberries are my favorite for making overnight oats, but you can use another berry or fruit.
- Monk Fruit Sweetener or Stevia, or your go-to sweetener.
- Cinnamon adds some coziness.
- Pecans or your favorite nuts or seeds, for topping.
How To Make Overnight Oats
Here’s a quick overview of the steps involved in making this recipe. See the recipe card above for printable directions.
Add milk and oats to jar.
Add mix-ins and shake.
Add toppings and serve.
- Combine: Add all the ingredients to a jar. Seal, shake well, and refrigerate overnight.
- Serve: Stir, then add your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
Topping and Variation Ideas
Here are some more ideas to help you put your own spin on this overnight oats recipe.
- Try other toppings: Add fresh or dried fruit and crunchy nuts or seeds (sunflower seeds, walnuts, pecans, hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds), granola or spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. There are so many topping ideas and combinations, the possibilities are endless.
- Flavor the oats: Add some vanilla or almond extract with the milk or non-dairy milk.
- Add protein: Drizzle in some nut butter like almond butter, peanut butter, etc. Or add Greek yogurt or a scoop of protein powder.
- Give it a fiber boost: Stir in some ground flax.
- Make chocolate overnight oats: Stir in cocoa powder, then top the oats with chocolate chips or chocolate shavings.
Do You Eat Overnight Oats Hot or Cold?
The answer is both! I usually let them sit out on my counter for an hour while I go to the gym or get ready for my day to get the chill out. Some people like to heat them up in the microwave for a few minutes, but it’s totally up to you.
How to Store and Meal Prep Overnight Oats
To make this for meal prep, you can double or quadruple the recipe. Refrigerate for up to 4 days.
