Save to Pinterest Creamy, customizable overnight oats layered in jars with delicious toppings ideal for meal prep and Instagram-worthy breakfasts.
I first made these overnight oats when I needed an easy breakfast I could grab and eat on the go. Seeing the jars lined up in my fridge always makes me look forward to mornings.
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Ingredients
- Old-fashioned rolled oats: 2 cups
- Milk (dairy or plant-based): 2 cups
- Plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt for vegan): 1 cup
- Chia seeds: 2 tbsp
- Maple syrup or honey: 2 tbsp
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Salt: Pinch
- Fresh berries (strawberries blueberries raspberries): 1/2 cup
- Banana sliced: 1 medium
- Granola: 1/4 cup
- Shredded coconut: 2 tbsp
- Nut butter (peanut almond or sunflower seed): 2 tbsp
- Chopped nuts (almonds walnuts pecans): 2 tbsp
- Dark chocolate chips: 2 tbsp
- Dried fruit (raisins cranberries apricots): 2 tbsp
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Instructions
- Mix the base:
- In a large bowl combine oats milk yogurt chia seeds maple syrup or honey vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Stir until well combined.
- Divide among jars:
- Divide the oat mixture evenly among 4 clean jars or containers (about 3/4 cup per jar).
- Add toppings:
- Add your choice of toppings to each jar. For example: Jar 1 mixed berries granola Jar 2 sliced banana peanut butter chopped nuts Jar 3 shredded coconut dried cranberries dark chocolate chips Jar 4 fresh strawberries almond butter.
- Refrigerate overnight:
- Seal the jars with lids and refrigerate overnight (at least 8 hours).
- Serve:
- In the morning stir the contents add extra milk if desired for creaminess and enjoy directly from the jar or transfer to a bowl.
Save to Pinterest Making these oats together with my kids was always fun they loved picking their favorite toppings for each jar.
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Required Tools
Mixing bowl measuring cups and spoons 4 glass jars or airtight containers spoon
Allergen Information
Contains dairy and nuts if used in toppings for nut-free use seed alternatives and check for gluten-free oats.
Nutritional Information
Calories 250 Total Fat 6 g Carbohydrates 38 g Protein 10 g (toppings add extra)
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Layering the oats and toppings is a simple way to start your day with something nourishing and colorful. Enjoy experimenting with flavors or making these ahead for a stress-free morning.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How long should the oats soak?
Allow the oats to soak for at least 8 hours, preferably overnight, to achieve a creamy and tender texture.
- → Can I use plant-based milk?
Yes, plant-based milks like almond or soy work well and maintain the creamy consistency.
- → What toppings pair best with the oats?
Fresh berries, sliced bananas, nuts, shredded coconut, and dark chocolate chips complement the oats beautifully.
- → Is it possible to prepare these jars in advance?
Absolutely, preparing the jars ahead saves time in the morning and keeps well refrigerated up to 5 days.
- → Can I customize sweetness levels?
Yes, adjust sweetness by varying maple syrup, honey, or omitting sweeteners based on preference.
