Description
Delicious Blueberry Overnight Oats with Yogurt is a quick and nutritious breakfast perfect for busy mornings. This make-ahead recipe combines creamy Greek yogurt, wholesome rolled oats, chia seeds, and fresh blueberries, offering a delightful and healthy start to your day with minimal prep and no cooking required.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup Old-fashioned rolled oats (Avoid quick or steel-cut oats for best texture.)
- 2 tablespoons Chia seeds (Can be omitted for thinner consistency.)
- 1 pinch Salt (Enhances overall flavor.)
Dairy
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt (Flavored versions will increase sweetness if desired.)
- 1 cup Milk (Use any milk type, preferably unsweetened.)
Flavorings & Sweeteners
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (Optional but highly recommended.)
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup or honey (Adjust based on yogurt sweetness.)
Fruit
- 1 cup Blueberries (Can use frozen berries directly.)
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a clean mason jar or airtight container, add the rolled oats, chia seeds, and a pinch of salt, creating the dry base for your overnight oats.
- Add wet ingredients: Pour in the plain Greek yogurt, milk, vanilla extract, and your preferred sweetener such as maple syrup or honey. Stir all these components together well to ensure even mixing and to begin softening the oats.
- Fold in the blueberries: Gently fold the blueberries into the mixture with a soft hand, to distribute the berries without crushing them, preserving their texture.
- Refrigerate overnight: Seal the container tightly and place it in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, allowing the oats and chia seeds to soak and absorb the liquids, resulting in a creamy consistency.
- Serve and enjoy: In the morning, give the oat mixture a good stir to re-combine any separated liquid and oats. Add your favorite toppings if desired and enjoy a wholesome and ready-to-eat breakfast.
Notes
- Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best texture; quick or steel-cut oats will not yield the same creamy consistency.
- Chia seeds can be omitted if you prefer a thinner texture.
- If using flavored or sweetened yogurt, reduce or omit added sweeteners accordingly.
- Frozen blueberries can be used directly without thawing.
- Adjust sweetness to taste by varying maple syrup or honey quantities.
- Overnight oats can be stored refrigerated for up to 3 days.
