Fresh Overnight Oats with Mixed Berries
A quick and easy overnight oats recipe featuring rolled oats soaked in milk with mixed berries for a fresh, creamy, and wholesome breakfast.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned, not instant)
- 1 cup milk of choice (dairy, almond, oat, or soy)
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (optional)
- 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen; blueberries, raspberries, diced strawberries)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- Pinch of ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Add 1/2 cup rolled oats to a mason jar or container.
- Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon chia seeds and a pinch of ground cinnamon if using.
- Pour in 1 cup of your chosen milk to cover the oats.
- Stir in 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt if using.
- Add 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; stir to combine.
- Top with 1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen).
- Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- In the morning, stir the oats; add a splash of milk if too thick before serving.
Notes
Use rolled oats for best texture; frozen berries can be added directly without thawing. Adjust sweetness to taste. Layer berries on top to preserve texture. Can be stored up to 3 days in the fridge. For creamier oats, add nut butter or coconut cream before refrigerating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (approximately
- Calories: 300350
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 70
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 10
Keywords: overnight oats, mixed berries, healthy breakfast, easy breakfast, no-cook oats, vegan option, gluten-free