Description
A simple and nutritious overnight oatmeal recipe featuring rolled oats soaked with chia seeds, milk, and a blend of fresh fruits and spices. This make-ahead breakfast is ready to enjoy after a quick microwave warm-up in the morning, combining creamy texture and natural sweetness for a wholesome start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
- 2 teaspoon Chia Seeds
- to taste Ground Cinnamon
- to taste Raisins
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Milk
- to taste Honey
- to taste Vanilla Extract
Fruits
- to taste Mango
- to taste Fresh Blueberry
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place 1/4 cup Old Fashioned Rolled Oats, 2 teaspoons Chia Seeds, 1/2 cup Milk, desired amounts of Mango, Fresh Blueberry, Raisins, Ground Cinnamon, Honey, and Vanilla Extract into a half-pint mason jar. Mix gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Screw the lid securely on the jar and place it in the refrigerator overnight. This soaking process allows the oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquid and flavors, softening to a creamy consistency.
- Warm Before Serving: In the morning, pour the soaked oats mixture into a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 1 minute to warm it up gently. Stir before serving for an enjoyable breakfast experience.
Notes
- You can customize the fruit and sweetener quantities based on your taste preferences.
- Use plant-based milk to make this recipe vegan-friendly.
- Microwaving is optional; overnight oats can be enjoyed cold as well.
- Ensure the mason jar lid is tightly sealed to prevent spills during refrigeration.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: overnight oats, chia seeds, healthy breakfast, easy breakfast, make-ahead oatmeal, fruit oatmeal
