Description
Overnight Vanilla Oats are a quick, healthy, and delicious breakfast that you can prepare the night before. With creamy oats flavored with vanilla, this no-cook, chilled breakfast is packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats, offering a satisfying start to your day.
Ingredients
1/2 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned oats work best)
1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy, like almond milk or oat milk)
1/2 cup Greek yogurt (for creaminess, or use a dairy-free yogurt)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional, for extra fiber)
1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional, for sweetness)
Pinch of salt
For Toppings (optional):
- Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
Sliced banana
Chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
Seeds (pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds)
Granola
Instructions
Combine the oats and liquids: In a jar or airtight container, combine the rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, chia seeds (if using), maple syrup or honey, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Let it soak: Cover the jar or container with a lid and refrigerate the mixture overnight (or for at least 6 hours). The oats will soak up the liquid, becoming soft and creamy.
- Serve: In the morning, stir the oats to make sure they’re evenly combined. Add more milk if you’d like a creamier consistency.
- Top with your favorites: Add your choice of toppings, such as fresh berries, sliced banana, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of granola, for added texture and flavor.
- Enjoy: Your overnight oats are ready to enjoy! Grab and go, or sit down to enjoy your delicious, healthy breakfast.
Notes
- Overnight Vanilla Oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, making them great for meal prep.
- If you prefer a warmer breakfast, you can heat the oats in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, though they are best enjoyed cold or at room temperature.
- For a dairy-free version, use non-dairy milk and dairy-free yogurt alternatives.
- Feel free to adjust the level of sweetness by adding more maple syrup or honey, depending on your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-cook, chilled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
