Breakfast

Blueberry Overnight Oats

Creamy, make-ahead oats with chia and a jammy blueberry layer. Five minutes tonight, breakfast ready all week.

Prep
5 min
Cook
3 min
Total
8 hr 8 min
Yield
2 jars
Difficulty
Easy

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Overnight oats are the easiest breakfast habit to keep. Stir everything together before bed and the oats soften into something creamy by morning.

Why this recipe works

  1. Chia seeds thicken the mixture so it is spoonable, not soupy.
  2. Greek yogurt adds tang and protein.
  3. A quick microwave blueberry compote keeps the berries from bleeding into a grey mixture.

Key ingredients

Old-fashioned oats
They soften without turning mushy. Steel-cut oats stay too firm overnight.

Tips for success

  • Keep for up to 4 days in sealed jars.
  • Add crunchy toppings just before eating.

Questions, answered

Can I eat them warm?

Yes. Microwave for 60-90 seconds, stirring halfway, and loosen with a splash of milk.

The recipe

Blueberry Overnight Oats

Creamy, make-ahead oats with chia and a jammy blueberry layer. Five minutes tonight, breakfast ready all week.

By The Hearth & Herb Kitchen

Prep
5 min
Cook
3 min
Total
8 hr 8 min
Yield
2 jars
Difficulty
Easy

Ingredients

Oats
Blueberry layer

Equipment

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Method

  1. Stir together the oats, milk, yogurt, chia, maple syrup and salt in a bowl.

  2. Microwave the blueberries with the lemon juice for 2-3 minutes, mashing lightly, until jammy. Cool slightly.

  3. Layer the oats and blueberries in two jars, cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours.

  4. Top with fresh berries and toasted almonds just before serving.

Notes

  • Use a plant-based yogurt and milk to make it vegan.

Nutrition Per serving, estimated

Calories
360
Protein
16 g
Carbs
54 g
Fat
9 g
Fiber
9 g

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