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Simple Overnight Oats (5 Ways)

The easiest breakfast ever! Prep these overnight oats in 5 minutes, wake up to a ready-made nutritious breakfast. Five flavor variations included.

Servings 1
Simple Overnight Oats (5 Ways)

I make overnight oats every single Sunday for the week ahead. They’re my secret weapon for busy mornings when I don’t have time to think, let alone cook. You literally just mix everything in a jar, stick it in the fridge, and wake up to breakfast. It doesn’t get easier than that!

My kids love these because they’re sweet and creamy, and I love them because they’re packed with fiber, protein, and whole grains. Plus, you can customize them a million different ways, so you’ll never get bored.

The Basic Formula

The beauty of overnight oats is the simple ratio: equal parts oats and milk, plus a sweetener and your favorite add-ins. That’s it. Once you know the formula, you can make these in your sleep (which is basically what you’re doing, since they make themselves overnight).

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Mix it up: In a mason jar or container with a lid, combine oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, sweetener, and salt. Stir well to combine. Make sure the oats are fully submerged in the liquid.
  2. Add flavors: Stir in your chosen flavor variation (see options below).
  3. Refrigerate: Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 4 hours. The oats will absorb the liquid and soften.
  4. Enjoy cold or warm: In the morning, give it a good stir. Eat cold straight from the fridge, or warm it up in the microwave for 60-90 seconds.
  5. Top it off: Add fresh fruit, nuts, or a drizzle of nut butter right before eating.

Five Flavor Variations

1. Classic Cinnamon & Apple

  • Add 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/4 cup diced apple

2. Peanut Butter Banana

  • Add 1 tablespoon peanut butter and 1/2 mashed banana

3. Berry Bliss

  • Add 1/3 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)

4. Chocolate Almond

  • Add 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, 1/4 teaspoon almond extract, and sliced almonds on top

5. Tropical Paradise

  • Add 1/4 cup diced mango, 1 tablespoon shredded coconut, and a squeeze of lime juice

Nutrition Information

Per serving

- Calories: 320 - Protein: 15g - Carbohydrates: 48g - Fat: 8g - Fiber: 8g - Sugar: 12g

Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Emma’s Tips

Make a week’s worth: I prep 5 jars every Sunday. They’ll keep perfectly in the fridge for up to 5 days.

No Greek yogurt? You can use all milk instead (use 3/4 cup total). The yogurt adds protein and creaminess, but it’s not essential.

Mix it up: Don’t be afraid to experiment! Add protein powder, swap in different fruits, try different spices. The base recipe is just a starting point.

Kid hack: Let your kids pick their own toppings in the morning. Suddenly they’re excited about breakfast!

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