This is my favorite easy overnight oats recipe. It the perfect base for so many different flavor options and can be meal prepped for the week ahead. I love that it is a high fiber, high protein breakfast that is absolutely delicious.
What You Need
This is my base recipe for easy overnight oats. I have used it time and time again and it comes out perfectly every time. The best part is that you can customize the toppings and flavors to your preferences.
- Rolled Oats
- Milk of Choice – I prefer almond milk but will sometimes use Fairlife for a protein boost
- Greek Yogurt – I use plain, unsweetened yogurt but using a flavored one is a good way to switch it up
- Chia Seeds – these have both fiber and protein
- Maple Syrup (optional) – I don’t add it to mine but my kids love the little touch of sweetness. You could also use your preferred sweetener
- Protein Powder (optional) – I personally add protein powder every time because I am always trying to get enough protein into my diet. It also adds some flavor and sweetness, this is the one I use Isopure Protein Powder
How To Make Easy Overnight Oats
- It is truly as easy as adding the oats, milk, yogurt and chia seeds to a jar or container and mixing together
- Then cover with a lid and let sit in the fridge overnight
- In the morning, add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Flavor Combinations
The flavor options are truly endless, these are just a few of my favorites
- Fresh Berries & Peanut Butter for PB&J vibes
- Bananas, Walnuts & Cinnamon
- Chocolate Chips with Toasted Coconut ( I use Lily’s sugar free chocolate chips)
- Strawberries & Nutella
- Peanut Butter & Chocolate Chips
FAQ
Yes! The oats are nice and tender after soaking overnight and you can just stir in your toppings and enjoy. But if you prefer it warm, you can transfer to a bowl and warm for 30-45 seconds in the microwave
Absolutely and it is a great way to switch up the flavors. I have used a sugar free banana yogurt before to give it a banana cream pie taste, just top with whipped cream 🙂
I just stir in a splash of milk the next morning if I want to thin it out a bit
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Easy Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Rolled Oats
- 1/4 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk or milk of choice
- 1/4 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- 1 tsp Chia Seeds
- 1 scoop Protein Powder optional
- 1 Tbls Maple Syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Add the oats, milk of choice, yogurt and chia seeds to a jar or container and stir to combineCover with lid and let sit in the fridge overnight
- In the morning, add toppings of choice and enjoy!
Notes
- Fresh Berries & Peanut Butter for PB&J vibes
- Bananas, Walnuts & Cinnamon
- Chocolate Chips with Toasted Coconut ( I use Lily’s sugar free chocolate chips)
- Strawberries & Nutella
- Peanut Butter & Chocolate Chips
Nutrition
Im obsessed!! I LOVE this recipe! My boyfriend loves to eat overnight oats, plus for myself counting macros and my goals… this is a great breaky option for myself who doesn’t like to eat breaky first thing. Would love to follow you for more Macro counting meals! Thank you! I shared with my future mother-in-law and toddler niece. They are very excited to add this to their morning routines.
Hi, what protein powder do you use? My macros/calories are way different with a scoop of Vega. (150 cal 20g protein.) Plus it was super thick. Would love some ideas on new protein powder. Thanks