Description
Enjoy a nourishing and customizable breakfast with these creamy Vanilla Overnight Oats, perfect for busy mornings or lazy weekends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 cups milk (any variety)
- 1 cup vanilla bean Greek yogurt
- 4 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons maple syrup (to taste)
- 1 pinch salt
- 3 to 4 tablespoons vanilla protein powder (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, Greek yogurt, milk, vanilla extract, salt, and maple syrup. Add the vanilla protein powder if using. Mix until well combined.
- Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquids.
- When ready to serve, top with granola, fresh fruit, or berries as desired.
Notes
For a creamier texture, stir in a splash of milk before serving. Prepare a big batch for easy breakfasts throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: overnight oats, breakfast, healthy, easy recipe, vegan option