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OVERNIGHT OATS HEALTHY

Overnight Oats Healthy: The Easy, Delicious Way to Start Every Day


  • Author: Ray
  • Total Time: 7 minutes (plus 6–8 hours chilling)
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Creamy, nutrient-rich overnight oats that are easy to prep, endlessly customizable, and perfect for a healthy morning ritual.


Ingredients

Scale

½ cup rolled oats (avoid quick oats)

½ cup unsweetened almond milk

¼ cup Greek yogurt

1 tbsp chia seeds

1 tsp maple syrup or honey (optional)

½ tsp cinnamon

Pinch of sea salt

½ banana (mashed) or a few apple slices

Handful of berries or favorite fruit topping

Optional: 1 tbsp nut butter or chopped nuts


Instructions

1. Add rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, and chia seeds to a mason jar.

2. Stir in cinnamon, salt, and maple syrup (if using).

3. Add mashed banana or apple slices and mix well.

4. Top with berries or other fruits.

5. Seal and refrigerate overnight (6–8 hours).

6. In the morning, stir and add nut butter or crunchy toppings as desired.

Notes

Substitute coconut yogurt for a vegan version.

Add protein powder or enjoy with protein coffee for extra protein.

Use fruit instead of sweeteners to reduce added sugar.

Limit nut butters to 1 tbsp to control calories.

Lasts 3–5 days in the fridge. Add fresh toppings before eating for best texture.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 jar
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 140mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: overnight oats, healthy breakfast, easy meal prep, fiber-rich, dairy optional