Overnight Oats are the perfect on-the-go breakfast option that will put some pep in your step and simplify your morning routine. Save time and effort by making this healthy chilled oat concoction the night before! Refrigerate the oats overnight in a tupperware container or mason jar and when you wake up, your breakfast will be ready to go. See our guide to building the best Overnight Oats, or find inspiration by using our Slender Seven recipes below!
Why whole grain oats in the morning?
- Energy and brain functioning
- Hunger control throughout the da
- Fiber and digestive regulation
- Help lower cholesterol and blood pressure
- Provide essential minerals
BASE:
regular or gluten-free certified 100% whole grain rolled oats (we like Bob's Red Mill)
LIQUID:
unsweetened almond milk
low-fat or skim milk
drinkable yogurt
FRUIT:
sliced bananas
berries
diced strawberries
chopped mango
raisins
chopped pineapple
chopped pears
chopped apples
MIX INS:
Dang coconut chips
flax or chia seeds
unsweetened coconut
raw, unsalted nuts
nut butters (fresh, Justin's)
PB2 powder
cinnamon & spices
unsweetened cocoa powder
protein powder (Tera's Whey, Garden of Life Raw Fit)
nonfat yogurt
SWEETENERS (OPTIONAL):
honey
agave
maple syrup
chopped Medjool dates
Combine ingredients (using a blender or food processor is best) with enough liquid to soak the oats. Place in an air-tight container and refrigerate overnight. Enjoy chilled in the morning.
RASPBERRY OVERNIGHT OATS
¾ cup cup Siggi's Raspberry flavored drinkable yogurt
¼ cup oats
½ cup raspberries
1 tablespoon almond butter
Combine ingredients in a blender until smooth and refrigerate overnight.
CINNAMON ROLL OVERNIGHT OATS
1 squeeze pack (2 tablespoons) Justin's Maple Almond Butter
1/2 cup oats
1 banana
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
Combine ingredients using an immersion blender. (Alternatively - you can stir together, but be sure to mash the banana). Chill overnight. Serves 2.
TROPICAL OVERNIGHT OATS
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 packet Aloha Daily Good Greens
½ cup oats
½ cup mango
2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut
5 Macadamia nuts
Combine ingredients in a blender until smooth and refrigerate overnight.
SPICED PEAR OVERNIGHT OATS
1/3 cup quick oats
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 pear, chopped
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/8 teaspoon cardamom
honey or agave drizzle
Combine ingredients in a blender. Refrigerate overnight. Serves 1.
TRAIL MIX OVERNIGHT OATS
2 cups plain drinkable yogurt
1 cup quick oats
5 Medjool dates
1 scoop almond butter
1 tablespoon walnuts
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Combine ingredients in an immersion blender until thick and creamy. Chill overnight in the refrigerator. Serves 2-3.
WARM MAPLE-FIG OVERNIGHT OATS
1/2 cup oats
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
2 tablespoons unsweetened shaved coconut
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 tablespoons maple syrup, divided
4-6 fresh figs, sliced
2 tablespoons walnuts
Prepare overnight oats by combining oats, almond milk, coconut, cinnamon and 1 tablespoon maple syrup in an air-tight container or mason jar and refrigerate over night. When ready to eat, preheat the oven to 375. Lay the fig slices flat on a foil-lined baking sheet then drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of maple syrup. Roast for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve over the chilled oats. Top with walnuts. Makes 2 servings.
APPLE PIE OVERNIGHT OATS
1 cup oats
2 cups unsweetened almond milk
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1 packet stevia
Combine ingredients in a blender or food processor. Chill in the refrigerator overnight, then enjoy for breakfast. Makes 4 servings.
PB&J OVERNIGHT OATS
1/3 cup quick-cooking oats
2/3 cup unsweetened almond milk
2 tablespoons PB2 powder
1/4 cup blackberries, mashed
1/4 cup raspberries, mashed
Stir ingredients together and soak in the almond milk. Refrigerate overnight. Serves 1.
CARROT CAKE OVERNIGHT OATS
1/4 cup oats
3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/4 cup raisins
honey, maple or agave drizzle
Combine ingredients in an immersion blender. Refrigerate mixture overnight. Makes 1 serving.
CHILLED MUESLI
1/4 cup rolled oats
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 teaspoon agave nectar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 granny smith apple, grated
1/4 cup golden or regular raisins
In a large bowl mix all of the ingredients so that everything is submerged in the milk. Cover and place oat mixture in refrigerator to soak overnight. Eat chilled, serves 1.