Easy Overnight Oats With 6 Flavor Variations
This is a simple, reliable formula for creamy overnight oats that you can prep ahead and customize in endless ways.
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Ingredients
Base Recipe- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup milk (dairy or dairy-free)
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt (dairy or dairy-free)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- ½ banana, mashed
- 2 tablespoon chopped walnuts
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of ground flaxseed
- ½ pear, diced
- 1 tablespoon chopped pecans
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of nutmeg
- 2 tablespoon raspberry jam or puree
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1 teaspoon chopped pistachios
- ¼ cup small diced pineapple
- 1 tablespoon shredded coconut
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Note: use coconut milk in the base recipe
- ¼ cup shredded carrot
- 1 tablespoon shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon raisins
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup small diced strawberry
- 1 scoop protein powder or collagen powder
- 1 tablespoon sliced almonds
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine the base.
Add the rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and maple syrup to a bowl or jar. Stir thoroughly so everything is evenly mixed. - Refrigerate.
Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. For the best texture, let it sit overnight (about 8 hours), allowing the oats to fully soften and thicken. - Finish and serve.
Stir in your chosen flavor additions or layer them on top just before eating. Enjoy straight from the fridge or warmed, if you prefer.
- If you prepare a larger batch in one bowl, scoop out about 1 cup for each individual serving once the mixture has set.
- Rolled oats give the best structure, but quick oats can be used for a softer, more porridge-like consistency.
- Overnight oats don’t have to be cold—heat them gently on the stovetop or microwave for 1–2 minutes if you like a warm breakfast.
