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Easy 5-Minute Overnight Oats Recipe for Perfect Healthy Breakfasts

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A quick and easy overnight oats recipe that preps in just 5 minutes the night before, delivering a creamy, nutritious, and customizable breakfast perfect for busy mornings.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (45g) rolled oats (old-fashioned)
  • ½ cup (120ml) milk of choice (unsweetened almond milk preferred)
  • ¼ cup (60g) plain Greek yogurt (optional but recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional but recommended)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ cup (75g) fresh or frozen berries (blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries)
  • A small handful of chopped nuts or seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Measure and combine dry ingredients: In a jar or container, add ½ cup rolled oats, 1 teaspoon chia seeds, and ¼ teaspoon cinnamon. Stir to mix evenly.
  2. Add wet ingredients: Pour in ½ cup milk of choice and ¼ cup Greek yogurt. Add 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir well until combined and creamy.
  3. Mix in fruit (optional): Gently fold in ½ cup fresh or frozen berries, reserving some for topping if desired.
  4. Seal and refrigerate: Close the jar tightly and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours to soften oats and meld flavors.
  5. Morning prep (optional): Stir oats, add more milk if a thinner consistency is preferred, and top with extra berries, chopped nuts, or cinnamon before eating.

Notes

Use old-fashioned rolled oats for best texture; avoid steel-cut oats. Adjust milk quantity for desired consistency. Prepare multiple jars for up to 3 days of breakfast. Optional add-ins include nut butter, cocoa powder, or protein powder. For dairy-free, use plant-based yogurt and milk, and swap honey for maple syrup.

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Keywords: overnight oats, healthy breakfast, quick breakfast, easy oats, make-ahead breakfast, rolled oats, chia seeds, Greek yogurt, meal prep

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