Overnight Old Fashioned Oats
If there's one thing that makes me giddy with breakfast excitement, it's the heavenly concoction known as overnight oats. Just thinking about this easy-peasy recipe gets my taste buds doing a little happy dance! A Mason jar filled with a symphony of wholesome oats, creamy milk, and a splash of vanilla, all mingling together in perfect harmony while you catch your beauty sleep. It's like a delicious overnight fairytale waiting to be devoured in the morning. And the best part? You can jazz it up with a colorful parade of toppings, from luscious berries to crunchy granola and even a sprinkle of chocolaty delight to satiate that sweet tooth! This recipe is a game-changer for busy bees like me, as there's no need for cooking or scrambling around the kitchen in the early hours. It's a love affair with spoonfuls of effortless breakfast bliss, and I am head over heels for these lip-smackingly simple overnight oats!
One of my favorite things about this overnight oats recipe is the ability to customize each jar. The versatility it offers is truly remarkable. In the recipe below, I have included the base ingredients, but delight your tastebuds with any of the variations below! Whether you prefer a classic combination of berries and almonds or a more adventurous blend of tropical fruits and coconut flakes, the options are endless. By simply adjusting the toppings, sweeteners, or even the types of milk used, you can create a personalized jar of goodness to satisfy your unique taste buds. This customization not only allows for a delightful culinary experience but also ensures that you never tire of this wholesome breakfast. So go ahead and let your imagination run wild with flavors as you embrace the pleasure of making each jar reflect your own personal preferences!
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Overnight Old Fashioned Oats
Ingredients
Instructions
Notes
Flavor Packed Ideas (Add these ingredients to Base ingredients at top):
Banana Nut Bread
Add to Base:
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1 medium mashed bananas - equivalent 1/4-1/3 cup mashed banana
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Topping:
Banana slices
1 teaspoon peanut butter, all natural (unsalted)
2-3 tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted
Peanut Butter & Jelly
1 tablespoon grape, blackberry or strawberry jam
1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup diced grapes, blackberries or strawberries, depending on jam preference
2 tablespoons peanuts crushed
Raspberry Almond
1 tablespoon almond butter
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup raspberries, mashed with a fork
Top with slivered almonds and fresh raspberries
Apple Pie
1/4 cup diced apples
1 tablespoon pecans chopped
2 teaspoons maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Blueberry Cheesecake
1 tablespoon Philadelphia cream cheese
1/4 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen
Zest of quarter lemon, optional
Banana Nutella
1/2 banana sliced
1 tablespoon Nutella
1 tablespoon hazelnuts crushed
1 tablespoon chocolate chips
Peaches and Cream
1/2 cup peaches chopped (fresh or canned) (can substitute with any other fruit)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon chopped walnuts, toasted
Almond Joy
1/4 cup shredded coconut
1 tablespoon almonds chopped
1 tablespoon chocolate chips
2 teaspoons maple syrup
Storage: Overnight oats can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days. This makes it an ideal breakfast meal prep to make on Sunday night for the week.
Substitutes: For best results, follow the recipe as is. However here are some common substitutes that would work well in this recipe:
Make it vegan: Use plant-based milk, plant-based yogurt, and maple syrup for sweetener
Make it gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free oats
Make it sugar-free: Omit the sweetener all together or used mashed or pureed fruit in the base recipe
Nutrition Facts
Calories
333Fat
10 gSat. Fat
3 gCarbs
47 gFiber
7 gNet carbs
40 gSugar
22 gProtein
15 gSodium
69 mg* Please note the nutrition label does not include any toppings.