Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- ¾ cup milk of choice (almond, oat, soy, coconut, or dairy milk)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional, for thickness)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Fresh fruit (e.g., berries, banana slices, apple chunks)
- Nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts)
- Nut butter (e.g., peanut butter, almond butter)
- Cinnamon
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the rolled oats, milk of choice, chia seeds (if using), maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract into a jar or bowl. This mixture forms the base of your overnight oats.
- Mix Well: Stir all the ingredients thoroughly to combine evenly, ensuring the oats are fully submerged in the liquid for proper soaking.
- Refrigerate: Cover the jar or bowl and place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight. This resting time allows the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquid and soften.
- Stir and Serve: Before eating, give the oats a good stir to redistribute any settled ingredients. Add your choice of fresh fruit, nuts, nut butter, or cinnamon toppings.
- Enjoy: Serve the oats cold directly from the fridge or warm them slightly in the microwave if you prefer a warm breakfast.
Notes
- Adjust the milk quantity for desired consistency: more milk for thinner oats or less for thicker oats.
- Chia seeds help create a creamy texture without the need for yogurt.
- This recipe serves as a great base for various flavors, such as apple cinnamon, peanut butter, or banana additions.
- Store prepared overnight oats in the refrigerator for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
