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Overnight Oats Recipe with Yogurt

Print recipeOvernight oats recipe with yogurt topped with fresh blueberries and honey in a glass mason jar

This overnight oats recipe with yogurt is the easiest make-ahead breakfast you'll ever prepare. Thick, creamy, and loaded with protein, it comes together in five minutes the night before and waits patiently in the fridge until morning. Add your favorite fresh fruit and toppings and breakfast is ready without turning on a single burner.

Prep time
5 minutes
Cook time
0 minutes
Total time
8 hours 5 minutes
Yield
1 serving

Ingredients

1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat) 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy) 1 tablespoon chia seeds 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Pinch of salt Fresh blueberries, sliced strawberries, or banana for topping Granola or nut butter for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Add the oats: Place the rolled oats into a mason jar or airtight container with at least a 16-ounce capacity
  2. Add the yogurt: Spoon the Greek yogurt directly on top of the oats
  3. Pour in the milk: Pour the milk over the yogurt and oats
  4. Mix in extras: Add the chia seeds, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt
  5. Stir well: Stir everything together until fully combined, making sure no dry oats remain at the bottom
  6. Cover and refrigerate: Seal the jar with a lid and place it in the fridge for at least 6 hours, or overnight
  7. Check the consistency: In the morning, open the jar and stir. Add a splash of milk and stir again if the oats look too thick
  8. Add your toppings: Pile on fresh fruit, granola, or a drizzle of nut butter right before eating
  9. Serve cold or rest: Eat straight from the jar cold, or let it sit on the counter for five minutes if you prefer it slightly less chilled

Notes

Use old-fashioned rolled oats only. Instant oats turn mushy and steel-cut oats stay too hard. For a dairy-free version, use coconut yogurt or almond yogurt and your preferred plant-based milk. The oats keep in the fridge for up to 4 days in a sealed jar. Add toppings right before eating. For a blueberry overnight oats recipe variation, stir a handful of fresh blueberries directly into the jar before refrigerating. If you prefer overnight oats without yogurt, replace the yogurt with an extra 1/4 cup of milk and one tablespoon of almond butter. Do not freeze. The yogurt separates and the texture becomes grainy after thawing.

Nutrition

Calories
340
Fat
8g
Saturated fat
3g
Sugar
18g
Sodium
95mg
Protein
18g
Carbohydrates
48g
Fiber
7g