Overnight oats are a quick and easy way to get a healthy, filling breakfast. They're made with rolled oats, yogurt, milk, and your favorite fruit and nuts. Simply combine all of the ingredients in a jar or small bowl, stir well, and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, you'll have a delicious, creamy breakfast that's ready to eat.
Overnight oats have been around for centuries, but they've only recently become popular as a healthy breakfast option. The first recorded recipe for overnight oats appeared in a cookbook published in 1877. The recipe was simple: combine rolled oats, milk, and fruit in a jar and let it sit overnight. The oats would absorb the milk and fruit juices, creating a creamy, filling breakfast. In 1970s, overnight oats were popularized by health food stores and vegetarian restaurants. Today, overnight oats are a staple breakfast food for many people who are looking for a healthy, convenient, and delicious breakfast.
Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 1
Ingredients
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup fruit (such as berries, bananas, or peaches)
1 tablespoon chopped nuts
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
In a jar or small bowl, combine the oats, yogurt, milk, fruit, nuts, and honey (if using).
Stir well to combine.
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
In the morning, enjoy your oats cold or warm them up in the microwave.
Why It Works
The oats are soaked in milk overnight, which makes them soft and easy to digest.
The yogurt adds creaminess and protein to the oats.