Berry Vanilla Overnight Oats
A creamy, delicious overnight oats recipe with fresh berries and vanilla, perfect for meal prep.
Ingredients
Oats Base
- 1 cup rolled oats Choose old-fashioned rolled oats for the best texture.
- 1 cup yogurt (vanilla or plain) Use Greek yogurt for a thicker result, or plain whole-milk yogurt for a silkier consistency.
- 1 cup milk (or non-dairy milk) Adjust based on preference — dairy or non-dairy options.
- 1 cup mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) Fresh berries add natural sweetness; frozen can be used if thawed slightly.
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup Optional, adjust based on sweet preference.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla extract for better flavor.
- Toppings of choice e.g., nuts, seeds, additional berries Add crunchy toppings for texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl or jar, stir together oats, yogurt, milk, vanilla extract, and honey or maple syrup.
- Mix until oats are evenly moistened.
Add Berries
- Gently fold in fresh berries, ensuring they are distributed but not crushed.
Chill
- Seal the jar or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 6-8 hours, ideally overnight.
Morning Assembly
- In the morning, stir the oats to redistribute any liquid.
- Top with nuts, seeds, extra berries, and honey or nut butter as desired.
Serve
- Spoon into a bowl or eat from the jar.
Notes
Store in airtight containers for 3-4 days. Avoid leaving oats at room temperature.