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.
1/2cupmilksoy milk, almond milk, or other non-dairy milk
1/2cupwater
1tablespoonhoney or maple syrupoptional
1/2cupfruitfresh or frozen, diced
1tablespoonnuts or seedsoptional
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!