Anything that can be prepped ahead with little faff or effort is ALWAYS a winner in my book. And we need that more than ever when it comes to breakfast on busy mornings. Nothing brightens up my week more than having a fridge full of prepped breakfasts, knowing that everyone is starting the day well with something delicious and nutritious in their bellies. With just 3 ingredients (oats, yoghurt and milk) and a spare minute or two in the evening, we have our basic overnight oats to see you through the morning. This recipe will help you with a few tips and tricks, plus some ideas for toppings, so you know exactly how to do overnight oats and get the very best out of them.
Why you’ll love this Overnight Oats recipe
⭐️ Budget-friendly, quick and convenient ⭐️ A strong, healthy start to the day 💪 ⭐️ A whole world of toppings to try! I love oats in the morning, and prep-ahead breakfasts are fantastic for families, so I decided to give this one a try. I have to say, I had lots of fun trying different topping options with this! (See below for some ideas.)
More make-ahead breakfast recipes
These are PERFECT for on-the-go or busy mornings: ⭐️ Bacon & Egg Breakfast Muffins ⭐️ ⭐️ Breakfast Cookies ⭐️ ⭐️ Slow Cooker Porridge ⭐️ ⭐️ Blueberry & Oat Breakfast Muffins ⭐️ ⭐️ Slow Cooker Granola ⭐️ ⭐️ Granola Bars ⭐️ I do think this recipe benefits from having at least a little sweetness added, such as maple syrup, honey or Nutella (!) But it’s down to personal preference, so you decide. ➡️ Peanut Butter & Banana Overnight Oats ➡️ Nutella Berry Overnight Oats ➡️ Carrot Cake Overnight Oats ➡️ Apple Pie Overnight Oats ➡️ Chocolate Orange Overnight Oats (See full instructions and ingredients for each in the recipe below)
Substitutions
Vegan overnight oats – Make this dairy-free by using a cow’s milk substitute (like almond or oat) and a vegan yoghurt
I tend to add them in the morning, as the oats will last up to 3 days without the toppings. If you want to save time, and plan to eat them after just one night in the fridge, adding the night before is fine. In the freezer You can freeze overnight oats! The best way to do this is to make them up in containers (without toppings), then freeze, and thaw overnight in the fridge when you want to eat them. Any container that you can put a lid or covering on works well. Just be sure it has enough space to allow for the oats to plump up and to add your toppings. I really like using these Kilner jars as they have a wide top to be able to reach your spoon in easily AND they have liquid measurements on the side so you can just pour milk straight in without measuring in a jug. YESSS! In the photo below I’ve used both whole (jumbo oats) and also rolled oats. As you can see, there’s hardly any difference between them after a night in the fridge. They look slightly different but the texture when eating them is almost identical. So, simply put, use whichever you have in the cupboard! Also I’d LOVE to see your cooking creations. If you’d like to share yours with me, you can tag me on Instagram (@tamingtwins).
