Rolled oats soak overnight in milk and yogurt, softening into a creamy, ready-to-eat meal by morning. They’re packed with fiber, complex carbs, and essential minerals, giving you steady energy that lasts for hours. With endless flavor variations, you can prep several jars at once for grab-and-go breakfasts all week.
Easy Overnight Oats
Just stir together and let sit overnight. These may be made a few days in advance, but too far ahead they may become a little soggy.
Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats not instant
- ½ cup milk or plant-based milk
- ¼ cup yogurt optional for creaminess
- 1 to 2 teaspoons honey maple syrup, stevia or sugar
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine oats, milk, yogurt (if using), sweetener, and salt in a jar or container with a lid. Stir in your chosen flavor add-ins (if using). Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight. Eat cold or warm gently in the microwave.
Notes
Variations
- Peanut butter banana: add 1 tablespoon peanut butter, ½ chopped banana
- Berry almond: add ½ cup fresh or frozen berries, 1 tablespoon sliced almonds
- Apples and cinnamon: add ½ chopped apple, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, pinch of nutmeg
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