Description
This Blueberry Overnight Oatmeal is a simple, nutritious, and delicious make-ahead breakfast perfect for busy mornings. Rolled oats soak overnight in almond milk with fresh or frozen blueberries, chia seeds, and natural sweeteners to create a creamy, flavorful meal that’s ready to enjoy straight from the fridge. Topped with extra berries, almonds, or granola, it offers a refreshing and wholesome start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Oatmeal Base
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk of your choice)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional for added fiber and omega-3s)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (or sweetener of choice)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Fruit
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Toppings
- Fresh blueberries
- Sliced almonds or granola
- A drizzle of honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare the Oatmeal Base: In a mason jar or airtight container, combine the rolled oats, almond milk, chia seeds if using, maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Mix Ingredients: Stir well to ensure everything is evenly combined, creating a uniform mixture.
- Add the Blueberries: Gently fold in the fresh or frozen blueberries. If frozen, no need to thaw as they will soften overnight and infuse flavor.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the jar or container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, allowing the oats to soak and soften fully.
- Serve: In the morning, stir the oatmeal well. Add a little more milk if you prefer a thinner consistency.
- Add Toppings: Top with additional fresh blueberries, sliced almonds, granola, or a drizzle of maple syrup or honey for extra sweetness and texture.
- Enjoy: Enjoy this quick, nutritious breakfast on the go or served at home for a satisfying start to your day.
Notes
- You can customize the sweetener to your taste or dietary needs, such as using agave syrup or stevia.
- Chia seeds are optional but add valuable fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
- For a vegan option, ensure that honey is replaced with a plant-based sweetener like maple syrup.
- Using frozen blueberries is convenient and they thaw perfectly overnight without impacting texture.
- Adjust the milk quantity based on your preferred oatmeal thickness in the morning.
- Overnight oats can be prepared in larger batches and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
