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Overnight Oats Variations

Convenient and nutritious overnight oats with multiple flavor variations. Prepare them the night before for a quick, healthy breakfast that's ready to eat in the morning.

10 minEasyServes 1350 cal/serving

FusionBreakfastNo-CookVegetarianHigh FiberLow CarbPork-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats, old-fashioned, not quick oats
  • 2/3 cup milk, dairy or plant-based
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, plain
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tbsp honey, or maple syrup
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • pinch salt, pinch
  • 1/2 cup mixed berries, fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 apple, diced
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp chopped walnuts
  • 1 banana, sliced
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tbsp dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp peanut butter, natural, creamy

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a jar or container with a lid, combine 1/2 cup old-fashioned, not quick oats rolled oats, 2/3 cup dairy or plant-based milk, 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp chia seeds, 1 tbsp or maple syrup honey, 1/4 tsp vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.

  2. 2

    Stir well to combine all ingredients.

  3. 3

    For Berry Variation: Add 1/2 cup fresh or frozen mixed berries and stir gently.

  4. 4

    For Apple Cinnamon Variation: Add 1/2 diced apple, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, and 2 tbsp chopped walnuts. Stir to combine.

  5. 5

    For Chocolate Banana Variation: Add 1 sliced banana, 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1 tbsp dark chocolate chips. Stir to combine.

  6. 6

    For Peanut Butter Variation: Add 1 tbsp natural, creamy peanut butter and stir well to incorporate.

  7. 7

    Cover the container and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours.

  8. 8

    In the morning, stir the oats and add additional milk if desired for a thinner consistency.

  9. 9

    Top with additional fresh fruit, nuts, or other toppings as desired before serving.

  10. 10

    Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Questions

What is Overnight Oats Variations?

Convenient and nutritious overnight oats with multiple flavor variations. Prepare them the night before for a quick, healthy breakfast that's ready to eat in the morning. This reference files it under Fusion breakfast: made without cooking, rated easy and about 10 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Overnight Oats Variations?

As written, 10 minutes: 10 of prep and 0 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 7, overnight, or about 8 hours. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

What can I use instead of Greek yogurt in Overnight Oats Variations?

The entry for Overnight Oats Variations calls for 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, plain. In its place: Sour cream, measure for measure, or regular yogurt strained for an hour.

Can I make Overnight Oats Variations dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Overnight Oats Variations is 2/3 cup milk, dairy or plant-based, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, plain. Swap the milk for unsweetened oat or soy milk; the yogurt for an unsweetened coconut or soy yogurt. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I make Overnight Oats Variations ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Refrigerate what is left of Overnight Oats Variations within two hours and eat it within three days. It is served cold; there is nothing to reheat.

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