Overnight Oats
This simple overnight oats recipe is perfect for a quick and nutritious breakfast. Prepare it the night before for an easy grab-and-go meal in the morning. Customize with your favorite fruits and toppings.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 4 hr 5 min
- Serves
- 1
- Difficulty
- Easy
Allergen information: may contain gluten, milk, and tree nuts. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 0.5 cuprolled oats
- 0.75 cupplant milk, unsweetened
- 1 tbspchia seeds
- 1 tbspmaple syrup
- 0.5 tspvanilla extract
optional toppings
- 0.25 cupberries, fresh or frozen(optional)
- 1 tbspnuts, chopped(optional)
Equipment
spoon · jar
The method
Step by step
- 1
Combine the rolled oats, plant milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a jar or small container with a lid.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the container is large enough to allow for some expansion as the oats absorb liquid.
- 2
Stir well to ensure all ingredients are thoroughly mixed and no clumps of chia seeds remain.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Mixing thoroughly prevents the chia seeds from clumping at the bottom.
- 3
Secure the lid tightly on the container.
- 4
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the oats and chia seeds to soften and thicken.
About 4 hr
Cook’s note: For best results, prepare these the evening before you plan to eat them.
- 5
In the morning, give the oats a quick stir. If desired, add a splash more plant milk to reach your preferred consistency.
About 1 min
- 6
Top with berries and chopped nuts, or any other desired toppings, before serving.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Fresh fruit, seeds, or a drizzle of nut butter are great additions.
Keep it good
Store prepared overnight oats in an airtight container in the refrigerator.