These Blueberry Chia Overnight Oats are an easy overnight oat recipe that takes only 8 ingredients and 5 minutes to prep!
PERFECT FOR MEAL PREP
If you’re like me and have little time in the morning, then these oats are the perfect breakfast for you! Take 5 minutes to make it on the weekend, and have a nutritious breakfast ready for the next 3 days.
Store them in the fridge in an airtight container and enjoy them straight out the fridge when you’re ready to eat.
INGREDIENTS + BENEFITS
- Rolled Oats: I used rolled oats in this recipe but you could also use old fashioned oats. Oatmeal contains a type of soluble-fiber, can help lower cholesterol, control blood sugar levels and are rich in antioxidants.
- Chia seeds: These are a great way to add fiber and protein to your diet. They’re also high in protein, antioxidants and Omega-3 Fatty Acids.
- Non-fat Greek Yogurt: I like using greek yogurt for a couple of reasons. Although it’s more tart than regular yogurt, the acidity actually makes it easier for your body to absorb other nutrients. It’s also high in probiotics which help boost your metabolism. And thirdly, the Trader Joe’s brand I use, is high in protein and low in sugar.
- Almond Milk: I use vanilla almond milk. But you can also use your dairy-free milk of choice
- Maple Syrup: helps add some sweetness to balance out the tartness of the yogurt.
- Vanilla: also helps add some sweetness and flavor.
- Cinnamon: who doesn’t love cinnamon? It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as can help lower blood pressure.
- Blueberries: not only do they add sweetness to the oatmeal, they’re also nutritious. This includes, lowering blood pressure, protecting against heart disease, and they contain anti-oxidants.
- Additional toppings: enjoy these oats as is or add a tablespoon of your favorite nut butter and/or some chopped nuts for some added crunch!
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Blueberry Chia Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- ½ cup plain non-fat greek yogurt, or 1 (5.3oz) container
- 1¼ cup almond milk
- 2 tsp vanilla
- 1 cup rolled oats or old-fashioned oats
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ¾ cup blueberries, frozen or fresh
Optional additional toppings
- nut butter
- chopped nuts
- granola
Instructions
- In a medium sized bowl, whisk together yogurt and milk until smooth.
- Mix in remaining ingredients until evenly combined.
- Cover with plastic wrap and place in fridge overnight to set.
- Mix again then distribute evenly among 3 containers. Place back in fridge to store. Once ready to eat, top with any additional toppings of preference.
