Overnight Oats With Chia Seeds (Printable version)

Creamy, nutritious make-ahead breakfast featuring rolled oats, chia seeds, and Greek yogurt—perfect for busy mornings.

# What You Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened milk, dairy or plant-based
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
06 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Toppings

07 - 1/2 cup fresh berries, blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries
08 - 1 small banana, sliced
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts, almonds, walnuts, or pecans
10 - 1 tablespoon nut butter, peanut, almond, or cashew

# Step-by-step guide:

01 - In a medium bowl or large jar, combine rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until well blended.
02 - Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, allowing the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquid and develop a creamy texture.
03 - In the morning, stir the mixture well. If the texture is too thick, add a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.
04 - Transfer to serving bowls and top with fresh berries, banana slices, chopped nuts, or nut butter as desired. Serve chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Requires only 10 minutes of active preparation time.
  • A balanced breakfast with fiber, protein, and healthy fats.
  • Easy to customize with a variety of fresh fruit and nuts.
  • Saves time on busy mornings as it is ready right out of the fridge.
02 -
  • Always stir the mixture thoroughly before refrigerating to prevent chia seeds from clumping.
  • Check all labels for potential allergens if you are sensitive to dairy or nuts.
  • Adjust the milk amount in the morning based on how thick you like your oats.
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