Greek Yogurt Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds

Birds eye view of yogurt overnight oats in a bowl topped with fresh strawberries, raspberries and grapes. Sprinkled with lemon zest.

Author: Katie

These overnight oats are a creamy, high-yogurt take on the classic and make the perfect make-ahead breakfast. They're simple to prep, easy to customize, and great for busy mornings.

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Prep Time: 5

Total Time: 4 5

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: International

Servings: 1 serving

Equipment

1 mason jar or bowl

Ingredients

½ cup (50 g) old fashioned rolled oats
1 tablespoon (10 g) chia seeds
¾ cup (180 g) milk of choice *soy, oat, dairy...
½ cup (170 g) Greek yogurt *see notes
2 tablespoon maple syrup *or honey or agave

You can find detailed step-by step-photos above the recipe card.

Instructions

In a bowl or jar, whisk together all the wet ingredients.
¾ cup milk of choice, ½ cup Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoon maple syrup
Add in the oats and chia seeds and whisk again until everything’s well combined.
½ cup old fashioned rolled oats, 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes, then give it another quick stir- this helps keep the chia seeds from clumping.
Cover and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 4 hours).
In the morning, give it one last stir and add your favourite toppings (see topping section above for ideas).

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Notes

Type of yogurt: Plain Greek yogurt is what gives these oats their signature texture and taste. You can also use a low-fat or dairy-free alternative (like coconut, almond, or soy yogurt), but just note that the texture will be a bit different- usually thinner and less tangy. Check out my "which yogurt to choose" section in the post above for more infos.
Make it gluten free. Just make sure to use certified gluten-free rolled oats. Oats are naturally gluten-free, but cross-contamination can be an issue.
To store: Store them in an airtight container or mason jar in the fridge for up to 4 days. They actually get creamier as they sit!
Meal prep tip: Make a few mason jars at the beginning of the week (you can double or triple the recipe) and line them up in the fridge- perfect if you want to save time in the morning.

Nutrition

All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates.

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