Posted Aug 23, 2024 Overnight oats are a quick and tasty breakfast that will keep you full all morning long. Old-fashioned oatmeal is mixed with yogurt, chia seeds, and your choice of toppings for a protein and fiber packed breakfast that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. In this post, you will learn how to make overnight oats six different ways. Be sure to let me know which is your favorite.
Overnight Oats Ingredients & Substitutions
Vanilla yogurt. I suggest Greek or Icelandic yogurt for the best flavor and texture. You can use plain yogurt, or any flavor of your choice (strawberry, chocolate etc.) depending on which flavor you choose to make. You can also use a dairy-free yogurt. Milk. I recommend whole milk, but almond milk, coconut milk, or 2% are also good choices. Old-fashioned oatmeal. Steel cut oats or quick-cooking oats are good substitutes. Chia seeds. ground flaxseed works in place of chia seeds. Toppings & Flavor combinations. See the recipe card and post for more information on toppings and flavor combinations.
How to Make Overnight Oats
Let’s walk through this overnight oatmeal recipe step-by-step, and don’t forget to watch the video. Begin by whisking together yogurt, milk and honey in a large bowl (preferably one with a handle and spout like a batter bowl). Then, add the oats chia seeds, cinnamon and sea salt and stir to combine. Let the mixture set in the fridge for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly. Next, divide the oatmeal mixture into 2 to 4 jars depending on your preferred serving size.
To Make Different Flavors
If you’d like to make different flavors of overnight oatmeal, add the mix-ins/toppings, either before or after chilling. I like to mix some into the oats and put some on top. Here are some suggestions: Peanut Butter Banana: Add 1 Tablespoon peanut butter and half of a banana, sliced or diced. (Also try this peanut butter overnight oats recipe or chocolate peanut butter overnight oats) Apple Cinnamon: Add ½ cup finely diced apples and an extra sprinkle of cinnamon. Berry: Mix in ½ cup fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, etc.) and 1 Tablespoon jam of choice. Chocolate: Stir in 1 Tablespoon cocoa powder and 2 TBS mini chocolate chips into the overnight oat mixture. Top with additional mini chips! (Also try this chocolate overnight oats recipe). Almond: Add 1 Tablespoon almond butter and 2 Tablespoons sliced almonds (or candied almonds).
Serve
Serve the overnight oats chilled with your favorite toppings (as discussed above). Some people prefer to warm them slightly, which is ok too!
Store/Freeze
Store overnight oats in a glass jar with a lid (airtight) in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before eating. If you make and love our recipes, it would mean so much to me if you would leave a comment and rating! And don’t forget to follow along with us on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, and Youtube – be sure to tag @joyfoodsunshine and use the hashtag #joyfoodsunshine so we can see your creations!
