Overnight Oats

Name: Overnight Oats (Make-Ahead Breakfast)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 8 h 5 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup whole rolled oats (old fashioned oats); 1 tablespoon chia seeds; 2/3 cup almond milk (or any milk); 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or honey); Pinch of salt; 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (optional, for creamier oats)

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Overnight oats are a creamy, no-cook breakfast made by mixing rolled oats, chia seeds, milk, and maple syrup in a jar and refrigerating overnight. They stay fresh for up to 5 days, making them ideal for meal prep.

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Total

8h 5m

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Ingredients

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1/2 cup whole rolled oats (old fashioned oats)
1 tablespoon chia seeds
2/3 cup almond milk (or any milk)
1 tablespoon maple syrup (or honey)
Pinch of salt
1/4 cup Greek yogurt (optional, for creamier oats)optional

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Instructions

1
Place the oats, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, salt, and yogurt (if using) in a lidded container or jar.
2
Pour in the almond milk and stir thoroughly to combine. Make sure there are no chia seeds clumped around the bottom or sides of the jar.
3
Cover and store overnight, or for up to 5 days, in the refrigerator.
4
When ready to eat, give the oats another stir, add your desired toppings, and enjoy.
5
To meal prep multiple servings: set out a Mason jar for each serving. Add all ingredients except the milk to each jar. Then add the milk to one jar and stir before moving to the next to prevent chia seeds from clumping.

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Tips & Notes

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Pro tips

Stir thoroughly after pouring in the milk to break up chia seeds and prevent clumping at the bottom of the jar.
When meal prepping multiple servings, add all dry ingredients to each jar first, then add milk and stir one jar at a time to avoid chia seed clumping across all containers.
Give the oats another stir before eating—they thicken as they sit overnight, so stirring loosens the texture.

Substitutions

Rolled oats → Steel-cut oats (will be chewier; increase milk by 2 tablespoons)
Maple syrup → Honey or agave nectar (same amount)
Almond milk → Any milk type: dairy, oat, coconut, or soy milk
Greek yogurt → Heavy cream or silken tofu for creaminess

Storage & make-ahead

Store in a covered jar or container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Eat cold or reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.

Equipment

Mason jar or lidded container

Common Questions

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How long do overnight oats keep in the fridge?

Up to 5 days when stored in a covered jar or container.

Can I use a different type of milk?

Yes, any milk works: dairy milk, oat milk, coconut milk, or soy milk. The ratio stays the same at 2/3 cup per serving.

Why are my chia seeds clumping?

Stir thoroughly after adding milk to prevent chia seeds from settling and clumping at the bottom. When batch-making, add milk and stir each jar individually before moving to the next.