Overnight Oats With Chia Seeds

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Overnight Oats With Chia Seeds are a breeze to make with just three ingredients and a few minutes of prep. A simple, filling, and nutritious breakfast!

Prep Time5

Overnight Chilling Time8

Total Time8 5

Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack

Cuisine: American, Healthy, Vegan, Vegetarian

Keyword: Overnight Oats With Chia Seeds

Servings: serving

Author: Chelsea Lords

Cost: $3.12

Equipment

Sealable container

Ingredients

1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 cup milk see note 1
1 packet Better Oats Maple and Brown Sugar Oatmeal see note 2
Toppings as desired see note 3

US - Metric

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a lidded container. Skip package instructions for the oatmeal; just pour it in. Stir, cover, and refrigerate overnight or at least 8 hours. Note: The mixture stays creamy and liquidy, similar to muesli with added milk, which I love!
In the morning, stir the mixture to break up any clumps. Enjoy it chilled, either straight from the jar or in a bowl, with your favorite toppings. I recommend fresh berries and flavored nut butter. (see note 3) Enjoy!

Notes

Note 1: Any milk works, but for a vegan option, use plant-based milk. I prefer macadamia nut milk and unsweetened vanilla almond milk, especially with vanilla for extra flavor.

Note 2: Better Oats® oatmeal packets reduce the need for extra ingredients. My favorite is Maple and Brown Sugar, but the 100-calorie packets are great too!

Note 3: Optional toppings: fresh fruit, nut butter, and a drizzle of pure maple syrup. My favorite way to top this breakfast is with a handful of fresh berries and a packet of this maple RX Nut Butter®—so good! Here are some more ideas:

Fresh fruit: Pick what you love most: chopped strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, chopped banana, kiwi, or mandarin orange slices.
Nuts and/or seeds: Dry-roasted and lightly salted sliced almonds, pecans, or cashews are delicious. Pepitas also make a nice topping!
Granola: I love this almond granola.
Puréed fruit: Purée some berries with milk and swirl it through the mixture for fruity Overnight Oats and Chia Seeds.
Nut butter: Add a drizzle of almond butter, peanut butter, cashew butter, or any of the other options for a hit of protein plus flavor.

Nutrition Note: Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds stats vary by oatmeal packet and toppings. Calories are calculated with 100-calorie oatmeal packets and 30-calorie per cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk.

Storage: Store leftover overnight oats in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Stir before eating and add toppings fresh.

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