How to Make Overnight Oats (Step-by-Step Recipe + 6 Flavors)
Learn how to make creamy, customizable overnight oats with this easy no-cook recipe. Made with rolled oats, milk, yogurt, and your favorite mix-ins, it’s perfect for meal prep and busy mornings. Includes six delicious flavor options like Mixed Berry, Peanut Butter Banana, and Mocha Coffee—all ready in just minutes the night before.
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Servings: 2 servings per flavor
Ingredients
Overnight Oats Base Recipe (for all flavors)
- 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats - not quick oats
- 1 cup milk - can be dairy or plant-based
- ⅔ cup plain greek yogurt - or plant-based yogurt
- 1 Tbsp honey - or maple syrup
- 2 tsp chia seeds - optional, for thicker texture
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Mixed Berry Overnight Oats
- ⅓ cup fresh mixed berries - raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats
- ½ banana - mashed or chopped
- 2 Tbsp peanut butter
- sliced banana - for topping
Mocha Overnight Oats
- 2 Tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 Tbsp instant espresso powder
Cinnamon Roll Overnight Oats
- 2 Tbsp packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 Tbsp yogurt - for topping swirl
- 1 tsp maple syrup - for topping swirl
- ½ tsp lemon juice - for topping swirl
Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
- 1 Tbsp cream cheese - softened
- ¼ cup strawberry jam - or use ⅓ cup chopped strawberries
- ¼ cup crushed graham crackers
- Toppings - chopped fresh strawberries, strawberry jam and dollop of greek yogurt
Tropical Overnight Oats
- ½ cup pineapple tidbits - or crushed pineapple, drained
- ⅓ cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Start with the base recipe: In a bowl, combine 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based), ⅔ cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, 2 teaspoons chia seeds (optional, for thickness), 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
- Add flavor ingredients based on the recipe you're making:Mixed Berry: Stir in ½ teaspoon cinnamon. After chilling, layer: half the oats, fresh berries, then the rest of the oats. Top with more berries and yogurt.Peanut Butter Banana: Mix in ½ banana (mashed or chopped) and 2 tablespoons peanut butter. Chill overnight, then top with banana slices and peanut butter drizzle.Mocha Coffee: Before adding cocoa and espresso, scoop out ⅓ of the oat mixture into a small bowl. Mix 2 tablespoons cocoa powder and 1 tablespoon espresso powder into the remaining oats. Chill both overnight. In the morning, layer mocha oats first, then plain oats on top.Cinnamon Roll: Mix in 2 tablespoons brown sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. After chilling, swirl together 1 tablespoon yogurt, 1 teaspoon maple syrup, and ½ teaspoon lemon juice on top. Sprinkle with cinnamon.Strawberry Cheesecake: Mix in 1 tablespoon softened cream cheese. After chilling, layer: ⅓ of oats, ¼ cup crushed graham crackers, ⅓ of oats, strawberry jam or berries, final ⅓ of oats, and top with more strawberries and yogurt.Tropical: Stir in ⅓ cup shredded coconut and ½ teaspoon cinnamon. After chilling, layer: half the oats, pineapple tidbits, then the remaining oats. Top with extra pineapple and coconut.
- Refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours). The oats will soak up the liquid and thicken.
- Before serving, stir well and add any toppings like fruit, nuts, granola, or a drizzle of honey.
Recipe Notes:
- Chill Time: Oats need at least 4 hours in the fridge, but overnight gives the best creamy texture.
- Oats Type: Always use old-fashioned rolled oats for best results—quick oats turn mushy, steel-cut oats stay too chewy.
- Eating: Most people enjoy overnight oats cold, but they can be warmed in the microwave for 30-60 seconds if preferred.
- Storage: Store in sealed containers or jars in the fridge for up to 4 days—perfect for meal prep.
- Toppings: Add fresh fruit, nuts, granola, or yogurt just before serving for the best flavor and texture.
- Consistency Tip: If you prefer thicker oats, reduce milk slightly or add more chia seeds. For thinner oats, add a splash of milk before serving.
Estimated Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
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Base Recipe: ~250–300 calories
(Made with rolled oats, 2% milk, plain Greek yogurt, and honey) - Flavor Additions: Each flavor variation will add approximately 50–150 extra calories depending on ingredients like peanut butter, fruit, or sweeteners.
The nutritional information provided is an estimate and is per serving.
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