Start your morning effortlessly with Downshiftology’s Easy Overnight Oats. Creamy, nutrient-packed, and ready the night before, these oats can be customized with your favorite fruits, nuts, or mix-ins for a simple, delicious breakfast that keeps you full, energized, and satisfied all morning.
INGREDIENTS
Basic Recipe
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup milk (dairy or dairy-free)
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt (dairy or dairy-free)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Banana Bread
- ½ banana, mashed
- 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch of ground flaxseed
Spiced Pear
- ½ pear, diced
- 1 tablespoon chopped pecans
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch of nutmeg
PB&J
- 2 tablespoons raspberry jam or puree
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1 teaspoon chopped pistachios
Pina Colada
- ¼ cup small-diced pineapple
- 1 tablespoon shredded coconut
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- *Note: Use coconut milk in the base recipe
Carrot Cake
- ¼ cup shredded carrot
- 1 tablespoon shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon raisins
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Strawberry Protein
- ¼ cup small-diced strawberry
- 1 scoop protein powder or collagen powder
- 1 tablespoon sliced almonds
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
INSTRUCTIONS
- Mix together. Add the rolled oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, and maple syrup to a bowl or sealable jar. Stir until well combined.
- Soak. Let it soak in the fridge for at least 2 hours, but it’s best to soak overnight for 8 hours. This will yield a creamier consistency.
- Add the toppings. Top your overnight oats with your favorite toppings and enjoy!