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In the hustle and bustle of day-to-day life, it can feel pretty impossible to find the time to make a nutritious breakfast. But with this quick and easy chia seed overnight oats recipe, you can enjoy a delicious breakfast without sacrificing precious morning time. These easy overnight oats are a simple and quick breakfast option that can be prepared in advance and enjoyed throughout the week. All you need to do is invest ten minutes of your evening in setting yourself up for success—you’ll be so thankful that you did when the morning comes! This recipe is perfect for hot summer days when no one wants to deal with a piping-hot breakfast. Read on for the full recipe.
Let's be honest; most *Instant* Oats aren't that great compared to rolled oats
Instant oatmeal isn’t a healthy breakfast alternative; often full of preservatives, sugar, and not-so-natural ingredients. While old-fashioned oats can sometimes take too long in the morning, or you forget about them, they explode over the pot you are cooking in. Using old fashioned rolled oats, like Bob's Red Mill Organic Old Fashioned Rolled Oats, can be a better option for making easy overnight oats.
The Ingredients You'll Need for an Overnight Oats Recipe
This recipe features Eastern Shore Honey and can be separated into individual servings and last up to a week in the fridge. This way, you’ll have breakfast ready for that busy week ahead; no need to plan. For this chia seed overnight oats recipe, you’ll need rolled oats, chia seeds, ground flaxseed (optional), our honey (or sweetener of choice), vanilla extract, and almond milk, cashew milk, coconut milk, or oat milk. You can also add Greek yogurt to boost protein and creaminess. For sweetening, consider using maple syrup. You can also add any other toppings or mix-ins that you like—dried fruit, fresh berries, nut butter, shredded coconut, cinnamon, fresh fruit…the possibilities are endless!
To prepare your overnight oats, combine all ingredients in a jar or bowl and give everything a good stir until combined. Cover your jar or bowl with a lid or plate and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours). When it’s time to eat your oats in the morning, remove them from the fridge and top them with any additional mix-ins that you’d like—fruit, nuts, nut butter…whatever strikes your fancy! Enjoy right away or pack them up and take them on the go.
How to Make Chia Overnight Oats
Making this recipe is so easy. All you need to do is follow these four steps to make overnight oats:
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Gather all of the ingredients you need to make this recipe.
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Stir together and cover.
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Leave in a jar overnight, allowing the oats to soak up all the liquid.
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In the morning, add sliced bananas, peaches, or berries in season. Experiment.
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Add blueberries or any other of your favorite berries.
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Mix up the type of Eastern Shore honey you use. Orange blossom is terrific.
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Don’t like homemade almond milk? Add your favorite plant-based milk instead!
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Add a handful of your favorite chopped nuts for an extra helping of protein.
Enjoying Your Chia Seed Overnight Oats
When it comes to enjoying your chia oats in the morning, there are no rules. This tasty treat is perfect for busy mornings when you don’t have much time but want something healthy to start your day. And because these oats are cold rather than hot, they’re great for summer days, too—no one wants to deal with a piping hot breakfast on a hot summer day! They’re also nutritious thanks to those mighty chia seeds, which have plenty of antioxidants, protein, and fiber—all essential nutrients for maintaining energy levels throughout the day. So why not give this simple yet delicious recipe a try today? You won’t regret it!
There’s no need to sacrifice your health just because you’re busy in the mornings—this quick and easy chia seed overnight oats recipe is perfect if you’re short on time but still want something nutritious before starting your day. With just 10 minutes of effort before bedtime (and some tasty mix-ins!), you can look forward to a great start tomorrow morning. This cold oat dish is perfect for hot summer days when no one wants to deal with a piping-hot breakfast! Give this tasty recipe a try today—you won’t regret it!
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