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I truly believe breakfast is the most important meal of the day, yet it is often overlooked with the craziness each morning brings! Especially when trying to get the kids out the door. My Easy Overnight Oats (3 Ways) recipe is a time saver for my family’s busy mornings, and I know it will be for you, too!
I don’t know about y’all, but my girls like to eat a variety of things in the morning! When I want to give them a nourishing breakfast before they head out the door, I turn to this Easy Overnight Oats (3 Ways) recipe. Not only is it simple enough to prep it themselves, but I also created a versatile base recipe that allows everyone to flavor their oats exactly how they prefer.
For my base recipe, I used Quaker Old Fashioned Oats. These work great for overnight oats, absorbing all of the milk, Greek yogurt, and other ingredients, while providing the fuel my family wants to start the day. Made with 100% whole grains and a good source of fiber, Quaker Old Fashioned Oats help provide sustained energy for the day ahead! Whether this recipe is fueling me before a morning workout or my girls before a long day at school, we are ready to take on whatever the day throws at us, thanks to this Easy Overnight Oats (3 Ways) recipe made with Quaker Old Fashioned Oats.
After making the base, you’ll simply choose between the three flavors: Peanut Butter Banana, Strawberry Vanilla, or Raspberry Chia. After adding your flavors, pop the oats into the refrigerator overnight (or at least 6 hours), and in the morning you’ll have a delicious recipe waiting for you!
Ingredients: FOR THE BASE RECIPE
- Quaker Old Fashioned Oats
- Unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- Plain Greek yogurt
- Maple syrup
- Chia seeds
- Pure vanilla extract
- Plus, flavor addition of your choice (Peanut Butter Banana, Strawberry Vanilla, or Raspberry Chia)
Recipe Step-by-Step:
Step One: Make the Base
Add all base recipe ingredients to a jar or airtight container and stir well to combine. Add your chosen flavor mix-ins and stir once more. Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours.
Step Two: Choose Your Flavor
Peanut Butter Banana:
Add mix-ins to base before refrigerating (either all on top or split between the middle and top of the base). Before serving, top with additional fresh banana slices, extra drizzle of peanut butter, and a few walnut pieces (if desired).
Strawberry Vanilla:
Add mix-ins to base before refrigerating. Before serving, top with additional strawberries.
Raspberry Chia:
In a small bowl, mash the raspberries with the back of a fork until broken down and jammy. Stir in the chia seeds and honey until well combined. Set aside (or refrigerate if making ahead).
Prepare your base recipe as directed and pour half into a jar or airtight container. Spoon the raspberry chia jam directly on top of the oats, right in the center, without stirring. Top with the remaining half of your base recipe. Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours.
In the morning, dig your spoon down through the chia jam and swirl it into the oats as you eat — or stir everything together for a fully mixed, raspberry-swirled bowl. Top with fresh raspberries and an extra drizzle of honey.
Step three: garnish and enjoy
When ready to serve, give it a good stir, add your toppings, and enjoy cold straight from the jar!
Recipe FAQs:
No! That’s what makes them so simple to make and a great on-the-go option. The milk and yogurt used in the base soften the oats overnight to make them ready to eat first thing in the morning.
You can use any milk you prefer in this recipe!
Individual containers are best for this so your breakfast is already portioned. I tend to use mason jars or other glass containers with an airtight top.
I hope you and your family love this Easy Overnight Oats (3 Ways) recipe as much as we do! Comment below once you try it, or share another flavor combination you love!
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Easy Overnight Oats (3 Ways)
Ingredients
BASE RECIPE
- ½ cup Quaker Oats Old Fashioned Oats
- ½ to ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice — use more for a creamier, looser texture
- ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Peanut Butter Banana Flavor
- 1 tablespoon creamy natural peanut butter (plus more for serving; runny works best)
- 1/4 cup mashed ripe banana (plus more banana for serving)
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- walnut pieces (optional for serving)
Strawberry Vanilla Flavor
- 1/4 cup mashed fresh strawberries
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh strawberries, plus more for serving
- zest of ½ lemon
Raspberry Chia Flavor
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds (in addition to the base recipe)
- 1/2 cup mashed fresh raspberries, plus whole raspberries for serving
- 1 teaspoon honey, plus more for serving
Instructions
Make the Base:
- Add all base recipe ingredients to a jar or airtight container and stir well to combine.
- Add your chosen flavor mix-ins and stir once more. Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours.
- Before serving, give it a good stir, add your toppings, and enjoy cold straight from the jar.
Peanut Butter Banana Serving Note:
- Add mix-ins to base before refrigerating (either all on top or split between the middle and top of the base).
- Before serving, top with additional fresh banana slices, extra drizzle of peanut butter, and a few walnut pieces (if desired).
Strawberry Vanilla Note:
- Add mix-ins to base before refrigerating.
- Before serving, top with additional strawberries.
Raspberry Chia Note:
- In a small bowl, mash the raspberries with the back of a fork until broken down and jammy. Stir in the chia seeds and honey until well combined. Set aside (or refrigerate if making ahead).
- Prepare your base recipe as directed and pour half into a jar or airtight container. Spoon the raspberry chia jam directly on top of the oats, right in the center, without stirring. Top with the remaining half of your base recipe. Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours.
- In the morning, dig your spoon down through the chia jam and swirl it into the oats as you eat — or stir everything together for a fully mixed, raspberry-swirled bowl. Top with fresh raspberries and an extra drizzle of honey.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
What size jar?
I would use a 12or 16 ounce jar just to have plenty of room to stir and add yourtoppings!
How many days can these stay in the fridge before eating? Wondering if I can make 2-3 on Sunday to eat during the week or if they can only be made the night before.
These are good for 2 to 3 days in the fridge!
I had the strawberry version for breakfast this morning, and it was so creamy! I really enjoyed the addition of Greek yogurt.
I love the creamy, extra-protein addition too! Glad you enjoyed this one and thanks for the review.
I just made overnight oats for the first time the other day. It was fantastic! I tried the bananas first. Tonight I made 4 more and will try strawberries and apples, but will just add those toppings in the morning. I also added a scoop of unflavored protein powder.
So glad you are loving this recipe!
Looks like a great idea and recipe. Can’t wait to try it! Good presentation, photos, instructions. Is the honey necessary?…like as a health portion to the recipe?
you can omit it, i add it for flavor to sweeten!