Overnight Oatmeal Recipe

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Last Updated on March 22, 2025 by Toya

Need a quick and easy overnight oatmeal recipe for breakfast or a snack? This easy Overnight oatmeal recipe is the perfect solution! It’s super easy to make, uses only a handful of ingredients and is great for busy mornings when you want a healthy, filling breakfast but don’t have time to cook. With minimal prep time the night before, you can wake up to a delicious, nutritious jar of overnight oatmeal that’s ready to enjoy!

So, whether you’re looking to keep things simple or you want to try out a few different flavors, this basic overnight oats recipe is the perfect place to start. 

Why You’ll Love It

There’s so much to love about this easy overnight oatmeal recipe.

First and foremost, it’s incredibly convenient; by preparing these creamy oats the night before, you’re able to enjoy an effortless, healthy breakfast that requires almost no effort the next day! And this recipe takes less than 10 minutes to make!

The combination of the rolled oats, yogurt, and milk provides a balance of fiber, protein, and healthy fats that will keep you feeling full and energized throughout the morning. It’s also so deliciously creamy and tasty!

The overnight oatmeal is also easily customizable, so you can tailor the flavor and texture to your liking; whether you prefer it creamier or chunkier, sweeter or more savory, the recipe can be adapted to whatever you’re craving at the moment.

Additionally, this overnight oatmeal recipe is a great for meal prepping; you can make several jars at once (I recommend 3-5 jars as overnight oats can last up to 3-5 days in the fridge) and store well. This allows you to have breakfast ready to go for the entire week!

Let’s see how to make my delicious overnight oatmeal recipe below!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or oat, or coconut milk)
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional, for extra fiber and healthy fats)
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or other sweetener such as honey, brown sugar, or agave)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, but adds a nice depth of flavor)
• Pinch of salt

How to Make Overnight Oatmeal

To make this easy overnight oatmeal recipe, start by measuring out all the ingredients listed above.

Then combine the rolled oats, milk, and yogurt in a 16 ounce mason jar and stir them together until well combined.

Next, add in the chia seeds, sweetener, and vanilla extract (if using); mix everything together thoroughly so the ingredients are evenly distributed.

After that, cover your jar and place it in the refrigerator to rest for at least 4-8 hours, or overnight if possible. The next morning, simply give the oats a quick stir, top it with your favorite fruit, nuts, or seeds, and enjoy!

More Overnight Oatmeal Recipes

While this recipe is delicious just the way it is, there are countless ways to customize this plain recipe. Here are a few of my favorite options.

• Vanilla Overnight Oatmeal: Add an extra 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the basic recipe for a warm, aromatic overnight oatmeal that pairs well with fruits and nuts.
• Blueberry Overnight Oatmeal: Stir in a handful of fresh or frozen blueberries before refrigerating the oats; the berries will infuse the oatmeal with their sweet, tangy flavor.
• Strawberry Overnight Oatmeal: Add sliced fresh strawberries or a few spoonfuls of strawberry preserves before refrigerating; you can even layer some more strawberries on top in the morning for a more yummy goodness!
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oatmeal: Add a tablespoon of cocoa powder and peanut butter to the base mixture before refrigerating; you’ll get a decadent breakfast the next day!
• Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oatmeal: Stir in diced apples and a sprinkle of cinnamon, or even a dash of nutmeg, for a cozy, autumn-inspired overnight oatmeal variation.

This plain overnight oatmeal recipe is a favorite go to recipe that I love to make when I’m out of ideas on what to make for breakfast. Because it is a basic recipe, I can easily customize it make into something indulgent or healthy which I love!

If you love great tasting, healthy breakfast ideas that are great for meal prepping, don’t be afraid to try my amazing overnight oatmeal!