Cozy Overnight Oats Bowl (Printable Version)

Creamy oats soaked overnight with chia seeds, spices, fresh fruit, and nuts for a nourishing start.

# Ingredient List:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats (certified gluten-free if required)
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1/2 cup plain yogurt (dairy or dairy-free alternative)
04 - 2 tbsp chia seeds
05 - 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
06 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Toppings

09 - 1/2 cup mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
10 - 1 small banana, sliced
11 - 2 tbsp chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
12 - 1 tbsp shredded coconut (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl or mason jar, mix rolled oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
02 - Cover tightly and place in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the oats and chia seeds to absorb liquid and soften.
03 - In the morning, stir the oat mixture thoroughly. If the texture is too thick, add a splash of milk to achieve desired consistency.
04 - Divide the soaked oats evenly between two serving bowls and top each with mixed berries, banana slices, chopped nuts, and shredded coconut if desired.
05 - Serve immediately, optionally drizzling with additional honey or maple syrup to taste.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's ready when you wake up, no stovetop required, just grab and go.
  • The chia seeds add a subtle texture and keep you full through the afternoon.
  • You can customize it endlessly with whatever fruit and nuts you have on hand.
02 -
  • Don't skimp on the chia seeds, they're what transforms this from plain oatmeal into something special that actually holds together overnight.
  • The ratio of liquid to oats matters, too much and it's soup, too little and it's like eating paste, one cup of milk to one cup of oats is the sweet spot.
03 -
  • Mason jars are perfect for these because you can eat straight from the jar on busy mornings, no bowl to wash.
  • If you forget to grab it in the morning, overnight oats keep in the fridge for up to three days, so you've got a built-in backup breakfast.

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