Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (40g) rolled oats (old-fashioned oats are best, not instant)
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk of choice (dairy, almond, soy, oat – your call!)
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt alternative, optional)
  • 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup (or honey, agave, or your preferred sweetener, to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Fresh or frozen fruit (berries, bananas, peaches, apples, etc.)
  • Nuts and seeds (almonds, walnuts, pecans, sunflower seeds, flax seeds, etc.)
  • Nut butter (peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter)
  • Spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom)
  • Chocolate chips or cacao nibs
  • Dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, apricots)
  • Granola
  • Coconut flakes

Instructions:

  1. In your jar or container, combine the rolled oats, milk, chia seeds, Greek yogurt (if using), maple syrup, vanilla extract (if using), and salt.
  2. Stir the ingredients thoroughly to ensure everything is well combined. Make sure the chia seeds are evenly distributed.
  3. Add any toppings you desire at this stage. If using fruit, consider adding some now and reserving some for the morning to prevent sogginess.
  4. Secure the lid on the jar or container. Place it in the refrigerator and let it sit for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight.
  5. In the morning, remove the oats from the refrigerator. Stir well. Add additional toppings, if desired, and enjoy! If the oats are too thick, add a splash more milk.