Chia Berry Overnight Oats

Chia Berry Overnight Oats

They say “do something today that your future self will thank you for.” This quote embodies how I feel about this Chia Berry Overnight Oats recipe. If you’re like me and cannot function in the morning, and find yourself skipping breakfast altogether, overnight oats are about to save the day! This easy, no-cook solution allows you to whip up a delicious, nutritious meal the night before, ensuring you start your day on the right foot. Not only do overnight oats save you precious time in the morning, but they’re also packed with fiber and protein, keeping you full and energised throughout the day. Say goodbye to breakfast stress and hello to a convenient, wholesome start to your mornings!

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• ⅓ cup milk (I use unsweetened, almond milk)
• ¼ cup Greek yogurt (I prefer vanilla but you can use plain!)
• ¼ cup rolled oats
• 2 teaspoons chia seeds
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)

To elevate your breakfast, you can add the following during breakfast:

• ¼ cup of granola
• 1 teaspoon of nut butter (I prefer almond)
• ¼ cup of strawberries

Note: With these additions, the nutritional values would be increased as below:

Total Calories: 204 kcal + 129 kcal = 333 kcal
Total Carbohydrates: 28g + 22g = 50g
Total Protein: 11g + 4g = 15g
Total Fat: 10g + 3g (granola) + 8g (almond butter) = 21 grams of fat
Total Fiber: 7g + 3g = 10g

*Dairy Free Options:
Milk: Use any unsweetened plant-based milk like almond milk, coconut milk, or oat milk.
Greek Yogurt: Swap for a dairy-free yogurt alternative like coconut, almond, or cashew-based yogurt. You can also look for soy or oat-based Greek-style yogurts.

*Vegan Options:
Replace Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt (such as coconut, almond, or soy-based yogurt).
Check the label on the almond butter to ensure it doesn’t contain honey or any non-vegan ingredients.

Tree Nut & Peanut Free Options:
Use oat milk or rice milk (both are nut-free).
Replace almond butter with a seed butter like sunflower seed butter or pumpkin seed butter, which are both nut-free options.

Instructions

1. Place the rolled oats in a jar, followed by milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, cinnamon and blueberries.
2. Seal the jar and place it in the fridge overnight.