Description
Creamy blended overnight oats deliver a luxurious breakfast experience with minimal morning effort. Rich Greek yogurt and fresh berries elevate this simple yet satisfying morning classic, helping you start your day with delicious nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- ½ cup (120 ml) old-fashioned rolled oats
- ½ cup (120 ml) milk of choice (dairy, almond, oat, etc.)
- ¼ cup (60 ml) plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
Nutritional Boosters:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) chia seeds or flaxseeds
- 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or flavor of choice)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) cinnamon
Optional Add-Ins:
- ½ banana
Topping Options:
- Fresh fruit (e.g., berries, sliced banana)
- Granola or crushed nuts
- Nut butter drizzle
- Shredded coconut
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and a blender for a swift, nutritious breakfast preparation.
- Load the blender with rolled oats, creating a foundational texture for your morning meal.
- Pour cold milk into the blender, ensuring smooth liquid integration with the dry ingredients.
- Add Greek yogurt to enhance protein content and create a luxurious, creamy consistency.
- Sprinkle chia seeds for an extra nutritional boost and natural thickening agent.
- Drizzle honey for natural sweetness, balancing the overall flavor profile.
- Incorporate vanilla extract to elevate the aromatic complexity of the mixture.
- Optional: Include banana or protein powder for additional nutritional enrichment.
- Activate the blender, processing on high speed until the mixture transforms into a velvety, uniform liquid.
- Transfer the blended concoction into a sealed glass container or mason jar.
- Refrigerate overnight, allowing the ingredients to meld and develop deep, harmonious flavors.
- Upon morning awakening, gently stir the chilled mixture to redistribute settled ingredients.
- Customize with personal favorite toppings such as fresh berries, nuts, or additional drizzle of honey.
- Enjoy immediately, savoring the smooth, nourishing breakfast creation.
Notes
- Swap dairy milk with almond, oat, or coconut milk for a dairy-free version that keeps the creamy texture and nutritional value.
- Add a scoop of protein powder to boost morning energy and create a more filling breakfast that supports muscle recovery.
- Experiment with different frozen fruits like berries or mango to create unique flavor profiles without changing the base recipe’s consistency.
- Prep multiple jars in advance for a grab-and-go breakfast that saves time during busy mornings and ensures a nutritious start to your day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours 6 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg