Description
Overnight oats with chia seeds offer a delightful blend of creaminess and nutrition, making them the perfect breakfast for busy mornings or leisurely weekends. This easy recipe combines rolled oats and chia seeds soaked in milk and Greek yogurt, creating a satisfying dish that can be customized with your favorite fruits and toppings. Simply prepare the night before, let it chill, and wake up to a healthy, delicious meal that energizes your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup fresh fruit (e.g., berries or banana slices)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats and chia seeds.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, Greek yogurt, and honey or maple syrup until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture into jars or bowls, cover, and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 4 hours).
- In the morning, top with your favorite fruits or nuts before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg