Creamy oats combined with milk, chia, and toppings, chilled overnight for ready-to-eat mornings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
08 - 1/2 cup fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
09 - 1 medium banana, sliced
10 - 1/4 cup granola
11 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
12 - 2 tablespoons nut butter (peanut, almond, or sunflower seed)
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
14 - 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips
15 - 2 tablespoons dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, apricots)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly until well incorporated.
02 - Distribute the oat mixture evenly into four clean jars or airtight containers, approximately 3/4 cup per jar.
03 - Top each jar with your selected toppings, such as mixed berries and granola; sliced banana with peanut butter and chopped nuts; shredded coconut with dried cranberries and dark chocolate chips; or fresh strawberries paired with almond butter.
04 - Seal jars with lids and refrigerate for at least 8 hours to allow flavors to meld and oats to soften.
05 - In the morning, stir the oats, add additional milk if desired to enhance creaminess, and enjoy directly from the jar or transfer to a bowl.
