Basic Overnight Oats Recipe
Ingredients (Serves 1):
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy like almond, oat, or soy milk)
- 1/4 cup yogurt (optional, for creaminess)
- 1–2 tsp sweetener (maple syrup, honey, or agave, optional)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Toppings (add before serving):
- Fresh fruits (e.g., bananas, berries, or mango)
- Nuts or seeds (e.g., almonds, chia seeds, or pumpkin seeds)
- Nut butter
- Granola or shredded coconut
Instructions:
- In a jar or container, combine oats, milk, yogurt, sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir well.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4–6 hours).
- In the morning, give it a stir, add your favorite toppings, and enjoy!
Flavor Variations
- Berry Bliss
- Add 1/4 cup frozen berries before refrigerating. Top with fresh berries and granola.
- Peanut Butter Banana
- Stir in 1 tbsp peanut butter and 1/4 tsp cinnamon before refrigerating. Top with banana slices and more peanut butter.
- Chocolate Almond
- Mix in 1 tsp cocoa powder and 1/4 tsp almond extract. Top with chopped almonds and dark chocolate shavings.
- Apple Cinnamon
- Add 1/4 cup grated apple, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, and a pinch of nutmeg before refrigerating. Top with chopped walnuts.
- Tropical Paradise
- Stir in 1 tbsp shredded coconut. Top with diced mango, pineapple, and a sprinkle of coconut flakes.
Feel free to experiment with your favorite flavors and toppings!
