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Vanilla Bean Overnight Oats

A creamy and nutritious breakfast combining rolled oats with delicious vanilla bean flavor, perfect for busy mornings.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes + overnight refrigeration
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Rolled oats (use gluten-free oats if necessary)
  • 2 cups Milk (or non-dairy alternative like almond, soy, or oat milk)
  • 1 bean Vanilla bean (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
  • 2 tbsp Chia seeds (optional for added nutrition)
  • 1–2 tbsp Sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or agave)
  • 1/4 cup Toasted almonds (for crunch)
  • Fresh fruit for topping (optional, such as berries, banana, or apples)

Instructions

  1. Combine ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, milk, chia seeds, and the seeds from the vanilla bean (or add vanilla extract).
  2. Stir and sit: Stir well and let it sit for about 10 minutes to thicken.
  3. Add sweetener: If desired, add sweetener and mix again to incorporate.
  4. Refrigerate: Divide the mixture into jars or containers and refrigerate overnight.
  5. Prepare for serving: In the morning, give the oats a good stir and add a splash more milk if needed.
  6. Top and enjoy: Top with toasted almonds and fresh fruit of your choice, then enjoy your nutritious grab-and-go breakfast!

Notes

Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best texture; instant oats can become too mushy. Experiment with different fresh fruits for variety each morning.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No Cooking Required
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: overnight oats, healthy breakfast, vanilla oats, easy breakfast, meal prep