Overnight Chia Oats
Published: July 30, 2019 | Updated: February 10, 2024.
These Overnight Chia Oats are packed with fibre and protein. Mixed together in minutes, this recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for nutritious and satisfying make-ahead breakfasts through the week.
Topped with Greek yogurt, strawberries, almond butter, bee pollen and cacao nibs.
Baked oatmeal may be having a moment, but I keep coming back to these overnight oats again and again. A super simple and versatile make-ahead breakfast for those on-the-go days, I can’t get enough of them.
Perfectly sweet and scented with vanilla and cinnamon, these oats are a meal you can feel good about. They’re both gluten and dairy free, you can dress them up any way you like and even make them with your milk and spices of choice.
Simply mix together the ingredients, store in a sealable mason jar in the refrigerator overnight or for up to 5 days, then top with your favourites in the morning.
Overnight Chia Oats
Makes 2 servings; prep time 10 minutes.
Ingredients:
¾ cup old fashioned rolled oats
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1½ cups unsweetened almond milk
1 teaspoon ground flaxseed
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
½ teaspoon cinnamon
Pinch of sea salt
Optional toppings: fresh berries, Greek yogurt, sliced banana, almond butter, granola, cacao nibs and/or bee pollen.
Instructions:
Mix ingredients together, cover and refrigerate overnight. Add toppings, seal and go!
