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Creamy Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds

Start your mornings stress-free with these creamy Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds! 🥣✨ Perfect for busy weekdays, this make-ahead breakfast is loaded with fiber, protein, and healthy fats to keep you energized all day. Just mix a few simple ingredients, pop it in the fridge overnight, and wake up to a delicious, ready-to-eat meal. Customize it with your favorite fruits, nuts, or a drizzle of honey for endless variations.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 1 Jar
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Method Notes

Method
 

  1. ½ cup rolled oats
  2. 1 tbsp chia seeds
  3. ½ cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  4. ¼ cup Greek yogurt (optional, for creaminess)
  5. 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (to taste)
  6. ½ tsp vanilla extract
  7. Fresh fruit (strawberries, blueberries, banana slices, etc.)
  8. Nuts or seeds (almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds – optional)
  9. In a mason jar or container, combine oats, chia seeds, milk, yogurt, sweetener, and vanilla.
  10. Stir well to make sure chia seeds don’t clump together.
  11. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  12. Before serving, stir again and add toppings like fresh fruit, nuts, or a drizzle of nut butter.
  13. Enjoy cold straight from the jar or transfer to a bowl.

Notes

  • For extra protein: Add a scoop of protein powder or more Greek yogurt.
  • For vegan version: Use almond, oat, or soy milk and maple syrup.
  • For added crunch: Sprinkle with granola before serving.
  • Storage: Keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.