Simple Overnight Oats Recipe

5 from 1 vote

This easy make-ahead Overnight Oats recipe is perfect for busy weeks when you are looking for healthy breakfast ideas to get your day going. Prep the night before and wake up to thick, creamy, flavorful oatmeal that’s packed with protein and simple to customize with your favorite toppings.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Servings: people

Calories: 417kcal

Author: The Carefree Kitchen

Ingredients

2 cups Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats
4 Tablespoons Chia Seeds
2 cups Greek Yogurt
¼ teaspoon Cinnamon
¼ teaspoon Salt
2 Tablespoons Protein Powder optional
2 cups Milk
4 Tablespoons Maple Syrup or honey (if you added protein powder, no need to add additional sweetener)

Overnight Oats Toppings

½ cup Berries or another fruit
1 Tablespoon Shredded Coconut optional

Instructions

Grab 4 mason jars or glass cups. Into each jar add ½ cup oats, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, ½ cup yogurt, a pinch of cinnamon, a pinch of salt, and ½ tablespoon of protein powder (if using). Mix, then add ½ cup milk and 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (Note: if you add protein powder, you can omit the sweetener). Stir until all the ingredients are well-combined.
Add lids or plastic wrap to cover the jars and place in the fridge overnight.
The next morning, serve with fresh berries, your favorite kind of fruit, shredded coconut, or your other favorite toppings. Enjoy!

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