COMBINE: 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 we love!
ENJOY: 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. We recommend fresh berries and flavored nut butter. (Note 3) Enjoy!
Notes
Note 1: Milk: Any milk works, but for a vegan option, use plant-based milk. We prefer macadamia nut milk and unsweetened vanilla almond milk, especially with vanilla for extra flavor.Note 2: Better Oats® oatmeal packets: These flavored and sweetened instant 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: Toppings: 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:
Freshfruit: 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 would be delicious. Pepitas would also make a nice topping!
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.
Note 4: Nutrition information: 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.