Overnight Oats With Chia Seeds (Printer-Friendly)

A creamy, nutritious make-ahead breakfast featuring rolled oats, Greek yogurt, and chia seeds—ready when you are.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsweetened milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
06 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Toppings (optional)

07 - 1/2 cup fresh berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
08 - 1 small banana, sliced
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
10 - 1 tablespoon nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)

# How To Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl or large jar, combine oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until well blended and no dry pockets remain.
02 - Cover the container tightly and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight, allowing oats and chia seeds to fully absorb the liquid and soften.
03 - In the morning, stir the mixture. If the texture is too thick, add a splash of milk and stir again to reach desired creaminess.
04 - Top with fresh berries, banana slices, chopped nuts, or nut butter as desired. Serve chilled straight from the refrigerator.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Wake up to breakfast already waiting for you like a gift from past you
  • The texture transformation overnight makes simple ingredients taste extraordinary
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  • The ratio of liquid to oats matters less than you think because chia seeds compensate for any mistakes
  • Glass jars show off those beautiful layers while plastic containers work fine for meal prep
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  • Use wide-mouth jars so you can actually reach the bottom with your spoon
  • Double the recipe and share with someone who needs an easier morning
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