Easy Overnight Oats Recipe
from kristineskitchenblog.com
This is our favorite overnight oats recipe, made with just 4 ingredients and a touch of vanilla. This simple overnight oatmeal is a delicious breakfast that you can make ahead for busy mornings.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Chilling Time8 hours hrs
Total Time8 hours hrs 5 minutes mins
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 226kcal
- ½ cup old-fashioned oats*
- ½ cup milk dairy or nondairy, whichever type you prefer
- ½ teaspoon pure maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- For serving, optional: fresh fruit, sliced or slivered almonds, other nuts or nut butters, etc.
Combine oats, milk, maple syrup and vanilla in a mason jar or bowl. Seal with a lid and shake to mix, or stir if using a bowl.
Refrigerate overnight (or at least 6 hours and up to 4 days). Stir and add toppings right before serving. I love to add fresh berries or sliced banana and almonds. See the notes below for more topping ideas and recipe variations.
- Be sure to use certified gluten-free oats if necessary for dietary needs.
- Recipe makes one serving and can easily be scaled up to make more servings. Overnight oats will last for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
- Optional Mix-Ins. You can stir in any of these mix-ins before refrigerating the oats: Greek yogurt (add a spoonful or two), peanut butter or almond butter (add 1 tablespoon), 1 teaspoon of chia seeds, flaxseeds, or hemp seeds, a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, or 3/4 tablespoon of cocoa powder.
- Topping Ideas. (Add right before serving): Fresh berries, sliced banana, chopped apple or peach, fresh cherries, dried fruit, almonds, pecans, walnuts, pepitas, or sunflower seeds, toasted coconut, or chocolate chips.
- Nutrition estimate calculated for recipe made with 2% dairy milk and does not include toppings.
Serving: 1recipe | Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 60mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g
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