Simple Overnight Oats with Greek Yogurt

Ingredients

• 45 g (½ cup)old-fashioned rolled oats
• 120 g (½ cup)2% Greek yoghurt
• 120 ml (½ cup)unsweetened almond milk
• 10 g (1 tablespoon)chia seeds
• 1 pinchsea salt
• 21 g (1 tablespoon)honey
• 75 g (½ cup)fresh mixed berries
• ¼ teaspoonvanilla extract

Instructions

1. 1

   Mix dry ingredients

   In a 16 oz Mason jar, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds and sea salt. Stir them together so the seeds and salt are evenly distributed.

2. 2

   Add wet ingredients

   Add the Greek yoghurt, almond milk, honey and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly with a spatula until the mixture is smooth and no dry clumps remain.

3. 3

   Chill the oats

   Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or ideally for 8 hours overnight, so the oats can soften and absorb the liquid.

4. 4

   Stir and serve

   Stir the oats before serving, adding a splash of milk if you prefer a thinner texture. Top with the fresh berries and, if desired, an extra drizzle of honey.

What are overnight oats?

Overnight oats are rolled oats softened in liquid in the fridge rather than cooked on the hob. This American-style make-ahead breakfast is convenient when you want a chilled, ready-to-eat meal.

Here, Greek yoghurt adds tang and a velvety texture, while chia seeds help the mixture thicken. Berries bring a fresh, juicy contrast when added at the end.

Nutrition and macros by portion

The nutrition label shows one serving as written: 426 calories, 21g protein, 66g carbs, 10g fat.

The oats and honey provide most of the carbohydrates, while the Greek yoghurt contributes protein and some fat. Chia seeds and yoghurt also contribute fat; serve the jar with an egg or another savoury side if you want a more balanced, filling plate.

Choosing the ingredients

Rolled oats: Old-fashioned rolled oats soften during chilling while keeping some texture. Quick oats can become softer, and steel-cut oats will not hydrate in the same way over this short time.

Yoghurt and milk: Greek yoghurt gives the oats a thicker, tangier base; almond milk loosens it. Stir both in well so the yoghurt is evenly blended.

Chia seeds: These absorb liquid as the oats chill and help create a spoonable consistency. Distributing them through the dry ingredients first helps avoid clumps.

Getting a smooth mixture

Dry mix: Stir the oats, chia seeds and salt together before adding liquid. This spreads the small seeds through the oats and makes them easier to mix evenly.

Wet mix: Stir firmly after adding the yoghurt, milk, honey and vanilla. Check around the base and sides of the jar for any pockets of dry oats.

Chilling and texture

Minimum chill: Refrigerate the sealed jar for at least 4 hours to give the oats time to soften. An 8-hour overnight rest gives the mixture longer to thicken.

Final consistency: Chia seeds and oats continue absorbing liquid in the fridge, so the mixture may be thicker by morning. Stir it and add a splash of milk if needed.

When to add the berries

Fresh topping: Add the mixed berries just before serving to keep their flavour bright and their texture distinct. Stir them in or leave them on top, as you prefer.

Honey finish: The listed honey is mixed into the oats; the method also suggests an optional extra drizzle at serving. Taste before adding more, since the fruit and yoghurt bring their own flavours.

What to serve alongside

On its own: This jar makes a complete, portable breakfast as written. Keep the berries on top if you want each spoonful to include both creamy oats and fresh fruit.

For a fuller meal: Serve with an egg or another savoury side if you want a more substantial breakfast. A little extra fruit can also complement the berries already in the jar.

Recipe notes & tips

• Use a jar with enough room to stir the mixture without spilling.
• Measure the chia seeds carefully, since they thicken the oats as they absorb liquid.
• Stir thoroughly after adding the wet ingredients, checking the bottom of the jar for dry oats.
• Leave the berries off until serving for a fresher topping.
• Add milk a little at a time if the chilled oats are thicker than you like.

Variations

• Use another fruit: Replace the mixed berries with sliced banana or chopped stone fruit.
• Add cinnamon: Stir a pinch into the dry ingredients for a warm spice note.
• Change the milk: Use another unsweetened milk in place of almond milk.
• Make it less sweet: Reduce the honey mixed into the oats.
• Add a nutty topping: Scatter chopped nuts over the oats just before serving.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Skipping the dry mix: Chia seeds can clump; stir them with the oats and salt before adding liquid.
• Leaving dry pockets: Mix thoroughly with a spatula, scraping around the base and sides of the jar.
• Chilling for too little time: The oats may stay firm; allow at least 4 hours in the fridge.
• Adding too much milk at once: The oats can become runny; loosen them with a small splash at a time.
• Mixing berries in too early: They can soften during storage; add them just before serving.

How to store

Keep the jar sealed in the fridge and eat within 2 days for the best texture. Stir before serving and loosen with a splash of milk if needed; this chilled recipe does not need reheating.

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