Description
This easy overnight oats recipe combines old-fashioned oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, and creamy yogurt with milk and honey for a wholesome, no-cook breakfast that’s ready when you wake up. Fully customizable with your favorite toppings, it’s a nutritious and convenient way to start your day.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 2 tsp chia seeds
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of kosher salt
- 1 cup dairy or non-dairy milk
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp honey
Optional Toppings
- Peanut butter
- Jam
- Chopped walnuts
- Fresh fruit
- Cacao nibs
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl or large glass container, mix the old-fashioned oats, chia seeds, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of kosher salt to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the dairy or non-dairy milk, plain Greek yogurt, and honey. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined, creating a smooth mixture.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the bowl or container tightly and place it in the refrigerator. Let the oats soak and soften for at least 8 hours or overnight to achieve the perfect creamy texture.
- Stir and Serve: When ready to eat, remove from the fridge and stir the oats to recombine any settled ingredients. Add your choice of toppings such as peanut butter, jam, chopped walnuts, fresh fruit, or cacao nibs for extra flavor and texture.
- Make Ahead Tip: You can prepare the oats mixture (without toppings) up to 5 days in advance to save time on busy mornings. Keep refrigerated until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- This recipe is highly customizable—feel free to swap ingredients or toppings to suit your preferences and dietary needs.
- No cooking is needed, making it a perfect grab-and-go breakfast option.
- The oats will absorb the liquid and soften, creating a creamy dish similar to porridge without the heat.
- Use gluten-free oats if you require a gluten-free version.
- Adding chia seeds boosts fiber and omega-3 fatty acids for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 332
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 157 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
