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Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but many of us skip it because of a busy schedule. With our Simple Overnight Oats recipe, this doesn’t have to be the case anymore! You can mix all of the ingredients for a hearty breakfast the night before to save you time in the morning. Just grab and go right from your fridge.
Oatmeal is very filling, and the complex carbohydrates will give you energy throughout the day to help you avoid that mid-morning slump. Oats are also high in vitamins and minerals, including iron and calcium. They are also good for heart health, helping to lower bad cholesterol levels in the blood and digestive tract.
On their own, plain oats are pretty boring. To add interest to this recipe, we sweeten it with honey and provide texture with chia seeds. Try your favorite Eastern Shore Honey. We think that Clover and Wildflower work nicely, as the mild flavor and sweetness would complement the vanilla and yogurt in the recipe very well. Since its national blueberry month, try adding Blueberry honey for a nod to the powerful little blue fruit, rich in antioxidants. You can also try our Mixed Berry Honey for a wider berry variety.
How to Make Simple Overnight Oats
- Gather all of the ingredients listed in the recipe below
- Measure oats
- Add any milk of your choice.
- Add Chia Seeds
- Add honey
- Spoon into Weck or Ball jar with a tight-fitting lid. Fill to the top.
- Close and refrigerate overnight before eating.
- Want a warm breakfast? No problem.
- Remove the lid and either pop it in the microwave or heat it on the stove.
Expert tips on Adapting this Recipe
A recipe is not truly perfect until you’ve added your touch to it. That’s why we encourage you to play with your food. Call your inner chef to come out and play and change up this recipe. Overnight oats are the perfect meal to tailor to your specific taste. Here are some ideas to get you started:
- Mix in a tablespoon of your favorite nut butter
- One tablespoon of chia seeds add some fiber
- Add a tablespoon of dried berries, cherries, or raisins
- Top with roasted seasonal fruit, peaches, or roasted strawberries
- Don’t forget about the blueberries!
- We added granola and topped it with the berries
