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Basic Overnight Oats: A Healthy, Make-Ahead Breakfast

Delicious Basic Overnight Oats: Your Easy, Healthy Breakfast

Basic Overnight Oats: A Healthy, Make-Ahead Breakfast offers a nutritious, customizable breakfast solution that takes minutes to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 8 hours
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Oats
  • ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats Provides chewy texture and absorbs liquid for creaminess; no substitute required.
For the Liquid
  • ½ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk Adds creaminess and light sweetness; can substitute with any milk.
For the Creaminess
  • ¼ cup vanilla yogurt Contributes to creamy texture; Greek yogurt can be used for added protein.
For Flavoring
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor; almond extract can be used for a unique taste.
For Sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup Natural sweetener that adds richness; honey or agave syrup are alternatives.
For Seasoning
  • pinch salt Enhances flavor and is essential for rounding out the taste.

Equipment

  • 16-ounce jar or bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a 16-ounce jar or bowl, start by adding ½ cup of old-fashioned rolled oats. Pour in ½ cup of unsweetened vanilla almond milk and add ¼ cup of vanilla yogurt. Then, drizzle in ¼ teaspoon of vanilla extract, followed by 1 tablespoon of maple syrup and a pinch of salt. Mix everything together until fully combined.
  2. Using a spoon, thoroughly stir the mixture to ensure there are no dry clumps of oats. The liquid should evenly cover all the oats.
  3. Cover the jar or bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator. Let the mixture sit for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  4. In the morning, remove your Basic Overnight Oats from the refrigerator. Give it a good stir to mix in any settled ingredients. Customize with fresh fruits, nuts, or nut butter, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 to 5 days to maintain freshness and flavor. Adjust the liquid to customize thickness; less for thicker oats and more for creamier consistency.

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