Creamy Overnight Oats Jars (Print Version)

Chilled oats mixed with yogurt and toppings, perfect for easy and nutritious mornings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Toppings

08 - ½ cup fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
09 - 1 medium banana, sliced
10 - ¼ cup granola
11 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
12 - 2 tablespoons nut butter (peanut, almond, or sunflower seed)
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
14 - 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips
15 - 2 tablespoons dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, apricots)

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, mix oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and salt until fully integrated.
02 - Portion the oat mixture evenly into four clean jars or containers, approximately ¾ cup per jar.
03 - Layer chosen toppings onto each jar as desired, such as mixed berries with granola, sliced banana with peanut butter and chopped nuts, shredded coconut with dried cranberries and dark chocolate chips, or fresh strawberries with almond butter.
04 - Seal jars tightly and chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of 8 hours to allow flavors to meld and oats to soften.
05 - Stir contents before eating, adding extra milk for creaminess if preferred. Enjoy directly from the jar or transfer to a bowl.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings
  • Highly customizable with endless topping combinations
02 -
  • Oats will keep refrigerated for up to 5 days, making them ideal for meal prep
  • For vegan or gluten-free needs, use plant-based yogurt and milk, and certified gluten-free oats
03 -
  • Layer toppings on last so they stay fresh and crunchy
  • If oats seem thick after chilling, stir in extra milk for desired consistency
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