🥣 Overnight Oats Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 5 minutes prep + overnight chilling
🍽️ Serves: 1
🧰 Kitchen Tools Needed:
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Mason jar or airtight container
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Spoon or whisk
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Measuring cups and spoons
🧂 Ingredients:
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½ cup rolled oats
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½ cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
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¼ cup Greek yogurt (optional for creaminess)
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1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional for texture and nutrition)
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1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional for sweetness)
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
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Toppings: fresh berries, sliced banana, nuts, seeds, nut butter, or granola
👨🍳 Instructions:
1. Combine Ingredients
In a jar or container, mix oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, sweetener, and vanilla. Stir well to combine.
2. Refrigerate Overnight
Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
3. Add Toppings & Serve
In the morning, stir the oats and add your favorite toppings. Enjoy cold or warm slightly if desired.
🧮 Nutrition (Approximate per serving):
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~250 |
| Protein | ~10g |
| Carbs | ~35g |
| Fat | ~6g |
| Fiber | ~8g |
🔁 Tips & Variations:
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Swap milk for almond, oat, or coconut milk for different flavors.
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Use steel-cut oats for a chewier texture (need longer soaking).
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Add cocoa powder or peanut butter for a chocolatey twist.
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Layer with yogurt and fruit for a parfait-style overnight oats.