Brown Sugar Overnight Oats (Printable Version)
Creamy oats infused with brown sugar and cinnamon for an effortless morning meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Oats and Liquids
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt)
04 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
→ Flavorings
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Toppings (optional)
07 - 1/2 banana, sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans
09 - Fresh berries or apple slices, as desired
# Directions:
01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine the oats, milk, Greek yogurt, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir well until fully incorporated and no dry pockets remain.
02 - Cover the container tightly and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to allow oats to soften and absorb the liquid.
03 - In the morning, stir the oats thoroughly. Add a splash of milk if the mixture is too thick for your preference.
04 - Top with banana slices, chopped nuts, and fresh berries or apple slices if desired. Serve chilled.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- You can literally make five days worth of breakfast in ten minutes total
- The oats soften into this pudding-like texture that feels indulgent but is actually good for you
02 -
- Make these the night before you need them not three nights before or the oats get weirdly mushy
- Mason jars with wide mouths are way easier to clean and eat from than regular jars
03 -
- Use a jar with measurement lines on the side for easy mixing
- Double the recipe and portion into individual jars for grab and go breakfasts all week