Why try? To prepare overnight oats, the oats are soaked overnight instead of heated. The result is a creamier, denser, and more delicious (in my opinion) oatmeal that is ready to grab-and-go in the morning. This oatmeal is high in protein and fiber, too!

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Overnight Oats

Prep Time

20 minutes

Servings

person

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup quick oats
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup greek yogurt

Prep Time 20 minutes Servings person Ingredients 1/4 cup quick oats 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup greek yogurt

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients and additions (see Variations) in a large jar or seal-able container.
2. Shake the jar and pop it in the fridge overnight.
3. In the morning, eat them cold or microwave for one minute.

Variation: Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana

1. To base, add 1 tbsp. peanut butter, ½ banana (sliced) and 1/2 tbsp. cocoa powder

Variation: Tropical Breeze

1. To base, add 1/3 cup chopped pineapple and/or mango, 1 tbsp. unsweetened flaked coconut and ½ tsp vanilla extract

Variation: Pumpkin Pie

1. To base, add ¼ cup pumpkin puree, 1 tsp maple syrup, ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice, ½ tsp vanilla extract and 1 tbsp. chopped pecans