Overnight Oats

BY Carley Bird, BS in Dietetics Published August 31, 2026
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Start your day with this easy, no-cook breakfast with infinite topping choices, and always ready-to-go in the morning.

   Overnight Oats

Serving Size:
1 Bowl
Time:
5 Minutes
Difficulty:
Easy

Ingredients

  • ½ cup oats 
  • 1 cup of milk or non-dairy beverage
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt 
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds

Nutrition Boost

  • Flavor with your favorite extract
  • Top with fruit of your choice, nut butter, honey/agave
  • Optional: pinch of salt and ½ tsp of cinnamon 


Directions

  1. In a sealed jar, combine the quick oats, milk, chia seeds, and Greek yogurt, and stir.
  2. Add the vanilla extract, salt, and cinnamon, then mix again.
  3. Refrigerate overnight or for a few hours.
  4. Enjoy right from the jar, cold in the morning, or microwave it for a warm meal. Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy!  

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1Jar
Servings1
Amount Per Serving
Calories445
% Daily Value *
Total Fat18g
28%
Saturated Fat5g
25%
Trans Fat0g
Sodium150mg
7%
Total Carbohydrate53g
18%
Dietary Fiber14g
57%
Sugar14g
Protein24g
48%
* % Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calories diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Nutrition information is an estimate. Actual values may vary depending on product brands, substitutions, portion sizes, and preparation methods.

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chia seeds • Greek yogurt • oats

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