Creamy Overnight Oats Jars (Printable Version)

Layered oats with milk, yogurt, and toppings ready after chilling—ideal for quick breakfasts.

# Ingredient List:

→ Base

01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt)
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Toppings

08 - 1/2 cup fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
09 - 1 medium banana, sliced
10 - 1/4 cup granola
11 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
12 - 2 tablespoons nut butter (peanut, almond, or sunflower seed)
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
14 - 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips
15 - 2 tablespoons dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, apricots)

# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, mix oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt until thoroughly combined.
02 - Portion the oat blend equally into 4 clean jars or containers, roughly 3/4 cup per jar.
03 - Layer desired toppings onto each jar, for example: mixed berries with granola; sliced banana with peanut butter and chopped nuts; shredded coconut with dried cranberries and dark chocolate chips; fresh strawberries with almond butter.
04 - Seal jars tightly and refrigerate for at least 8 hours to allow flavors to meld and oats to soften.
05 - Stir contents well before eating; add additional milk for preferred consistency and enjoy directly from the jar or transfer to a bowl.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Prep in minutes for grab-and-go breakfasts
  • Endless topping combinations mean never getting bored
02 -
  • Oats will keep refrigerated for up to 5 days
  • Use certified gluten-free oats if sensitive to gluten
03 -
  • Prep jars in advance for the week to save time
  • Layer fruit at the bottom for juicier oats the next day
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