How to Make the Perfect Overnight Oats with Berries and Chia
American · Easy · 5 min · 2 servings
These creamy and nourishing overnight oats are loaded with fiber, omega 3 fatty acids, and antioxidants from fresh berries making them the perfect whole food plant based breakfast. You prepare them in minutes the night before so your morning meal is ready and waiting with zero cooking required.
Why this recipe works
This Overnight Oats with Berries and Chia recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 5 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 350 calories with 12g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1 cup rolled oats old fashioned
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1.5 cups unsweetened oat milk
- 1 cup mixed fresh berries blueberries and strawberries
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Combine Base Ingredients
Add the rolled oats and chia seeds to a mason jar or lidded container. Pour in the unsweetened oat milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir everything thoroughly with a spoon making sure the chia seeds are evenly distributed and not clumping at the bottom of the jar.
Step 2: Refrigerate Overnight
Seal the jar or container with a lid and place it in the refrigerator for a minimum of 6 hours but ideally overnight for 8 hours. The chia seeds and oats will absorb the oat milk and expand to create a thick pudding like consistency.
Step 3: Check and Adjust Consistency
Remove the jar from the refrigerator in the morning and stir the oats well. If the mixture is thicker than you prefer, add a splash of oat milk one tablespoon at a time and stir until you reach your desired consistency.
Step 4: Top and Serve
Divide the overnight oats between two bowls or eat directly from the jar. Top generously with the fresh mixed berries. Serve cold straight from the refrigerator or allow to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes if you prefer a slightly warmer temperature.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- oat milk → almond milk, soy milk, or any other plant based milk of your choice
- maple syrup → mashed ripe banana stirred into the base for natural sweetness and extra creaminess
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Not stirring the chia seeds thoroughly enough causing them to clump together and creating an uneven gel texture
- Using quick oats instead of old fashioned rolled oats which results in a mushy rather than chewy satisfying texture
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 350 calories, 12g protein, 58g carbs, 9g fat, 13g fiber.
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