Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup quick oats
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch sea salt
- 1 to 1.5 cups oat milk or milk of choice
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 Tbsp pure maple syrup
- ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
Optional Additions
- 3 Tbsp protein powder
- 1 Tbsp chia seeds or ground flax seed
- 1 to 2 Tbsp nut butter of choice
Instructions
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add all dry ingredients to a high-powered blender, including oats, ground cinnamon, sea salt, chia seeds, and protein powder if using. This ensures all dry flavors are well combined before adding liquids.
- Add Liquids and Blend: Pour in the oat milk, Greek yogurt, pure maple syrup, vanilla extract, and nut butter if using. Secure the blender lid and blend at high speed for 30 to 60 seconds until the mixture is smooth and thoroughly combined.
- Transfer and Chill: Pour the blended oat mixture into two or three small glass jars depending on your portion preference. Seal the jars with lids and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, ideally overnight, to let the oats soak and thicken.
- Serve and Top: When ready to eat, stir the oats well to combine any settled ingredients. Top with fresh fruit such as berries, a drizzle of honey, chopped nuts, seeds, or additional nut butter for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use quick oats for a smoother texture; rolled oats can be used but may be less creamy.
- Adjust milk quantity to achieve desired thickness; start with 1 cup and add more if needed.
- Protein powder and chia seeds add nutritional boost but are optional.
- Overnight oats can be stored for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
- Feel free to customize toppings with seasonal fruits or your favorite nuts and seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
