Quick Blueberry Overnight Oats with Yogurt Recipe
Easy and nutritious Quick Blueberry Overnight Oats with Yogurt recipe that combines rolled oats, chia seeds, frozen blueberries, Greek yogurt, and almond milk for a creamy, grab-and-go breakfast. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and flavored with cinnamon and vanilla, topped with crunchy roasted walnuts for texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 2 minutes (including refrigeration)
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the oats:
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (pure vanilla preferred)
- 1/2 cup frozen blueberries (no need to thaw)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned oats work best)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds (optional but recommended for texture and nutrition)
- Dash of salt
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (freshly ground for better flavor)
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt (non-fat or full-fat, adds creaminess)
- 2/3 cup unsweetened almond milk
For topping:
- 1/4 cup roasted walnuts (chopped into bite-sized pieces)
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a medium bowl or mason jar, whisk together rolled oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt to evenly distribute the spices and prevent clumping.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate small bowl, whisk Greek yogurt, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth to avoid lumps.
- Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined. Gently fold in the frozen blueberries to keep their shape and prevent mushiness.
- Refrigerate overnight: Cover the bowl or jar and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to allow the oats to soften and flavors to meld. This can be made up to 2 days ahead for convenience.
- Serve: Stir the oats after refrigeration, adding a splash of almond milk if too thick. Transfer to a serving bowl or eat from the jar. Top with chopped roasted walnuts for crunch and serve chilled.
Notes
- Using frozen blueberries helps maintain texture as they slowly thaw overnight.
- Chia seeds are optional but add great texture and nutrition.
- You can adjust sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup.
- Overnight oats can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored in the fridge.
- Use any plant-based milk if almond milk is not preferred.
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