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Basic Overnight Oats

Creamy Basic Overnight Oats: Your Go-To Healthy Breakfast

A nutritious and quick breakfast option, Basic Overnight Oats offer endless customization possibilities.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Oats
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats Can swap with quick oats for a softer bite.
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk Any milk type works, including dairy or oat milk.
For the Creaminess
  • ½ cup vanilla yogurt Choose regular, Greek, or a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional but enhances flavor.
For Sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup Adjust for desired sweetness; honey or agave can be used.
  • 1 pinch salt Balances and enhances all flavors.

Equipment

  • jar or bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Basic Overnight Oats
  1. In a 16-ounce jar or bowl, combine the oats, almond milk, yogurt, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and salt. Mix until well combined.
  2. Stir the mixture thoroughly, ensuring no dry oats are visible for a creamy texture.
  3. Cover the jar or bowl and refrigerate overnight for at least 8 hours.
  4. In the morning, stir the oats well before serving. They should be creamy and thick.
  5. Enjoy your Basic Overnight Oats in a bowl or straight from the jar, either cold or warmed up in the microwave.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store toppings like fruits or nuts separately to maintain their texture. Overnight oats can be enjoyed over five days when stored properly in the fridge.

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