Overnight Oats is an easy healthy breakfast. Make it the night before as part of meal prep, so it’s ready to go in the morning!
Overnight Oats are my go-to breakfast I have almost every day. The best part is you make it the night before as part of meal prep, so it’s ready to eat when you wake up in the morning!
Another great breakfast to make as part of meal prep are my Overnight Weetabix and even a fun twist on this recipe is my Tiramisu Overnight oats. Both are made the night before which makes mornings much easier.
They're healthy, vegan, and keep me full for several hours as they're full of fiber, protein & healthy carbohydrates.
You can also change up the flavours and get as fancy as you like. This is my basic recipe which you can use as a base, then add different additions to it.
My favorite overnight oats are to have them this way and add fruit and granola in the morning.
Another fun flavor to try is my Chocolate Peanut Overnight Oats.
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Ingredients to make easy Overnight Oats
- Rolled Oats / Old fashioned rolled oats are the best oats to use. Quick oats or instant oats can become too mushy as they are a much finer texture. Steel cut oats also arent the best to use.
Oats are super healthy as they’re high in carbohydrates, fiber, and protein along with vitamins and minerals - Chia seeds are a great addition as they expand once soaked so they bring a nice texture to overnight oats. They’re also high in omega 3 fatty acids, fiber and protein
- Milk, you can add any milk that you prefer. I rotate from using oat milk, almond milk and cashew milk myself
- Maple syrup is added for a touch of sweetness. I recommend using a pure maple syrup that doesn’t have any preservatives or addictives
- Vanilla extract gives a subtle nice flavour and scent. You only need a touch of it
Other flavours you can add
- Peanut butter, almond butter or any nut butter
- Cacao powder
- Fresh or frozen fruit
- Jam
- Cinnamon
Toppings you can add for overnight oatmeal
- Fresh fruit
- Granola
- Nuts
- Nut butters
- Cacao nibs
- Pure maple syrup
How to make Overnight Oats
Time needed: 5 minutes
- Add Ingredients
Place rolled oats, one tablespoon chia seeds, maple syrup and vanilla in a glass jar, bowl or container.
Pour over the milk, place the lid on and shake so that it’s well combined and there are no clumps of chia seeds. If using a bowl, mix well with a spoon - Time to set
Allow it to set in the fridge for 2 - 4 hours or overnight
- Serve
Top with your favourite toppings such as fresh fruit and granola and enjoy!
Tips to make Overnight Oats
- Make sure to cover the overnight oats when placing in the fridge to set. Either with a lid if using a mason jar or container, or also with cling wrap if in a bowl
- It’s best to add the toppings on the morning you are eating them. This way they keep fresh and won’t lose their crunch if adding nuts or granola
- You can make a larger batch if making in advance for the week. You can either use separate mason jars or one large container
- If your oats are too thick or too set as you’ve made them in advance for a few days, add a splash extra of milk in the morning before eating. This will make it more creamy.
- If you prefer to eat your oats warm, you can heat the overnight oats in the morning before eating
FAQs
3 -4 days in the fridge
As a minimum 2 hours setting time, however overnight is best
Oats are a whole grain that includes good carbs, fiber, and protein along with vitamins and minerals
More Breakfast Recipes
- Zucchini Corn Fritters
- Crispy Feta Fried Eggs
- Healthy French Toast
- Baked Oats
- Vegan Blueberry Pancakes
- Overnight Weetabix
- Custard Yogurt Toast
- Vegetarian Breakfast Burrito
- Pesto Eggs
I love seeing your creations and remakes, so be sure to rate the recipe, comment and share your Overnight Oats photo on Instagram so I can share the love!
Recipe
Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats / old fashioned oats
- ½ cup plant based milk such as almond milk, oat milk , or your preference
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ½ teaspoon pure maple syrup
- Dash of vanilla extract
Toppings
- Fresh fruit, granola, nuts, nut butters
Instructions
- Place rolled oats, one tablespoon chia seeds , maple syrup and vanilla in a glass jar, bowl or container
- Pour over the milk, place the lid on and shake so that it’s well combined and there are no clumps of chia seeds. If using a bowl, mix well with a spoon
- Place into the fridge for 2 -4 hours or overnight
- When it’s ready to be served, top with your favourite toppings such as fresh fruit and granola and enjoy!
Giulia Porro
Amazing!
Ayeh
So nice to hear you love this as much as I do xxxx
Felysha Knight
Love these overnight oats. Super easy and so so tasty! The oat milk is a winner!
Ayeh
So happy you love it too! Ill be sharing more variations too xx
Marianna
Hello!
I had a question in regards to this particular recipe. When I looked at the Nutrition section, I had a query about the Calories. Is 238kcal for the whole recipe or is that per 100grms/100mls serve?
Ayeh
Hi dear its for one serving which is the whole jar xx
Tori Murphy
Anytime i make anything from ayeh im never disappointed she’s amazing
Ayeh
Aww you are too kind! So happy you love this one xxx
Tannaz Pourat
Everything Ayeh makes is so delish!!
Ayeh Manfre
Awww thank you!!!! so happy to hear xx
Evelyn
Looks delish. I’m going to make this tonight for sure. Thanks for the wonderful (healthy) recipes you send our way.
Ayeh Manfre
You're so welcome! Hope you love this one Evelyn xx
Molly Barr
Such a yummy recipe!! Been using for the last year and really enjoy it still
Ayeh Manfre
oh yay thrilled to hear this!!
Karen E.
I made this 2 days ago and it was delicious! I added 1 Tbsp of ground flax, 1 Tbsp of hemp seeds, and some walnut pieces with the oat mixture before putting it in the fridge for the night. Such a quick and tasty breakfast the next day. Thanks!!
Ayeh Manfre
So thrilled to hear Karen! Its been my daily brekkie for years 🙂 You have to try my Tiramisu version next xxx