Description
Creamy overnight oats deliver a delightful breakfast experience with minimal morning effort. Packed with nutrients and customizable toppings, this simple dish promises a delicious start to your day you’ll savor with each spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Oats and Base:
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup yogurt
Fruits and Sweeteners:
- 1 banana
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup mixed berries
Toppings and Extras:
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 2 tbsp almonds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch cinnamon
Instructions
- In a clean mason jar or container, combine rolled oats, milk, and yogurt, whisking thoroughly to create a smooth, creamy base mixture.
- Mash the ripe banana into the oat mixture, ensuring an even distribution of fruit throughout the mixture.
- Pour honey into the jar, stirring gently to incorporate the sweetener and create a uniform consistency.
- Sprinkle mixed berries into the oat mixture, allowing them to naturally blend with the existing ingredients.
- Add chia seeds to enhance nutritional density and create a slight thickening effect in the overnight oats.
- Roughly chop almonds and scatter them on top of the mixture for a crunchy textural contrast.
- Incorporate vanilla extract and cinnamon, stirring to distribute the aromatic flavors evenly.
- Seal the container tightly and refrigerate for minimum 6-8 hours or overnight, allowing ingredients to meld and oats to soften.
- Remove from refrigerator, give a quick stir, and enjoy chilled as a refreshing and nutritious breakfast option.
Notes
- Customize your milk choice to suit dietary needs, such as almond, oat, or coconut milk for a dairy-free version that maintains creamy texture.
- Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness, which reduces the need for additional honey and adds extra nutrition and smooth consistency.
- Experiment with different toppings like pumpkin seeds, shredded coconut, or dark chocolate chips to keep the breakfast exciting and varied each morning.
- Prepare multiple jars in advance for a quick grab-and-go breakfast throughout the week, storing them in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Steeping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg