My go-to basic chia overnight oats recipe. Soak these oats overnight and you’ll get a thick and creamy bowl of oatmeal in the morning. Top it with fruit and nut or seed butter for a delicious and satisfying breakfast.
There’s an abundance of overnight oats recipes on the internet, but I couldn’t help but share my own. I mean, everyone needs a go-to overnight oats recipe. If you’ve never tried it before, this is the time. Trust me, it’s life changing.
That may be a little dramatic for a bowl of oatmeal, but I take my food very seriously.
Think about it: It takes 5 minutes (probably less) to put together. You wake up and breakfast is done.
All I do the night before is mix together the oats, chia seeds and milk (that’s all!). When I’m ready to eat it, I add my favorite oatmeal toppings, usually nut or seed butter and fruit.
Just like any other oatmeal recipe, it’s completely customizable. Add a touch of vanilla or cinnamon. Use different fruits that are in season. Try different nut or seed butters. Make it your own!
I use chia overnight oats mostly for warm summer mornings. The Okanagan heat makes it hard to enjoy anything warm over the summer, so overnight oats are the best this time of year. However, if heat is not an issue for you, you can always heat the oats a few minutes on the stove top (or maybe the microwave with an extra splash of milk).
Overnight oats are also perfect for busy mornings or for breakfasts on the go. I used to bring them to work when I went to the gym and needed a second breakfast at work. It was perfect!
Finally, note that if you’re making chia overnight oats in advance for quick breakfasts over the week, make it a few days in advance at the most. I personally wouldn’t prepare it more than 2 days ahead. I usually prepare mine the day before. No matter what, it still saves time in the morning and allows you to eat a delicious cold porridge over the summer.
If you make these basic chia overnight oats, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! I love to hear from you guys. And of course, if you try this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram!
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