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How to Make Overnight Oats (Perfect Base Recipe + Variations)

Overnight oats make busy mornings easier. You mix oats with liquid, then let them soak in the fridge. As the oats sit, they soften and thicken. By morning, you get a creamy breakfast that is ready to eat. Overnight oats work for breakfast because it is simple, filling, and easy to change. They also save time, reduce stress, and feel like a real meal. You can keep it classic, add fruit, or build fun flavors for the week.
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup milk
  • ¼ cup greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Add the base ingredients to a jar or bowl: ( Rolled oats + Milk + Greek yogurt + Chia seeds + Maple syrup )
  2. Stir well to combine
  3. If you are making a flavor variation, add the mix-ins now [like cinnamon, cocoa, mashed banana, or nut butter].
  4. Let the mixture sit for 2 to 3 minutes, stir again to distribute chia seeds
  5. Cover the jar or bowl and place it in the fridge. Minimum 2-hours or overnight for best results
  6. Give the oats a quick stir before serving. If your overnight oats are too thick, add a splash of milk.
  7. Add toppings and serve ( fresh fruit, nut butter, chopped nuts, seeds, coconut flakes or granola [for crunch]