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Overnight Oats without chia seeds or yogurt

Overnight Oats without Chia Seeds or Yogurt

Overnight oats are a quick and convenient breakfast option that can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for a quick and easy meal in the morning. This recipe uses requires no chia seeds or yogurt to make.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Healthy
Servings 1
Calories 185 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup milk soy milk, almond milk, or other non-dairy milk
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup optional
  • 1/2 cup fruit fresh or frozen, diced
  • 1 tablespoon nuts or seeds optional

Instructions
 

  • In a medium-sized bowl, combine the oats, milk, and water. Stir well to combine.
  • If using honey or maple syrup, add it to the oats and stir to combine.
  • Add the diced fruit to the oats and stir to combine. If using nuts or seeds, add them at this point as well.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the oats to a lidded container and place it in the refrigerator.
  • Allow the oats to soak in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  • In the morning, remove the oats from the refrigerator and give them a stir. If the oats seem too thick, add a splash more milk to thin them out.
  • Serve the oats cold or heat them in the microwave for 1-2 minutes before serving.

Notes

Optional add-ins:
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon cocoa powder (for chocolate oats)
1 scoop protein powder (for a protein boost)
I hope you enjoy this recipe for overnight oats!
Keyword breakfast, oatmeal