Overnight Oats Without Yogurt
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Overnight oats without yogurt are a simple option when you want a chilled breakfast with a mild flavor. Rolled oats soften in milk while chia seeds help thicken the mixture. The result is spoonable rather than drinkable, with enough room for fruit, nuts, or a little extra milk in the morning.
Ingredient notes
Use rolled oats for a pleasantly textured bowl. Quick oats soften more and may become pasty; steel-cut oats need a different preparation. Chia seeds are useful here because there is no yogurt to provide thickness. A pinch of salt makes the oats taste fuller without making the breakfast salty.
Tips for a better result
Stir once when combining and again after a short rest to break up chia clumps. Leave space in the jar for mixing. Add crunchy toppings shortly before eating so they stay crisp. Start with a modest amount of sweetener, especially when using a ripe banana or a sweetened milk.
Substitutions and variations
Dairy milk, oat milk, and soy milk are workable starting points, although thickness varies. Use maple syrup instead of honey if desired. Without chia seeds, begin with less milk and adjust after soaking.
Storage and make-ahead tips
Keep the oats covered and refrigerated throughout soaking. Prepare a small batch and use within 3 days. Add freshly cut fruit when serving rather than leaving delicate fruit in the jar.
A common question
Can I eat these warm?
Yes. Transfer to a microwave-safe bowl, loosen with milk, and heat in short intervals, stirring until the oats are hot throughout.
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Overnight Oats Without Yogurt
2 servings
Estimated prep: 5 minutes · Cook: 0 minutes · Rest/chill: 480 minutes
Equipment: Two lidded jars or one covered bowl
Ingredients
- 100 g rolled oats
- 300 ml milk of choice
- 2 tsp chia seeds
- 2 tsp maple syrup or honey, optional
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 small pinch salt
- Fresh fruit and nuts, for serving
Instructions
- Combine oats, milk, chia seeds, sweetener if using, vanilla, and salt in a bowl or jars.
- Stir thoroughly, wait 5 minutes, and stir again so no dry oats or chia clusters remain.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours.
- Stir before serving. Add a splash of milk if the oats are thicker than you prefer.
- Top with fruit and nuts just before eating.
Recipe notes
Follow the doneness cues as well as the timer. Ingredient sizes and equipment vary. Stir once when combining and again after a short rest to break up chia clumps. Leave space in the jar for mixing. Add crunchy toppings shortly before eating so they stay crisp. Start with a modest amount of sweetener, especially when using a ripe banana or a sweetened milk.