Description
Delicious and nutritious raspberry overnight oats recipe, perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (40 g) old-fashioned rolled oats, per jar, use thick oats that absorb liquid slowly
- ¾ cup (180 ml) milk, unsweetened, any type dairy or non-dairy such as almond or oat milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, per jar
- ½ cup (60 g) raspberries, fresh or frozen, ripe berries recommended
- 2 teaspoons ground flaxseed, per 2 jars (optional for omega-3 and fiber boost)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, for serving (adjust sweetness to taste)
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts or seeds, for topping (optional for added texture and nutrition)
Instructions
- Step 1: Add ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats to each jar evenly. This base holds texture and absorbs liquid gradually. Make sure to layer ingredients evenly for consistent flavor.
- Step 2: Pour about ¾ cup unsweetened milk of your choice into each jar over the oats. This amount keeps the oats moist without becoming soggy.
- Step 3: Add ½ teaspoon vanilla extract and sprinkle ground flaxseed if using. Stir gently to combine flavors evenly throughout the mixture.
- Step 4: Top each jar with ½ cup fresh or frozen raspberries. You may leave them whole on top or gently fold them into the oats depending on your preferred flavor intensity. Frozen berries will thaw overnight and blend nicely.
- Step 5: Seal jars airtight and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. During this time, oats soften and flavors meld creating creamy, ready-to-eat oats.
- Step 6: In the morning, stir the oats to redistribute moisture and flavors. For a warm option, microwave briefly, watching carefully to avoid hot spots. Add extra milk (up to ¼ cup) if the oats are too thick or dry to regain creaminess.
Notes
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container up to 2 hours only; refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Refrigeration: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir before serving to distribute moisture.
- Freezing: Freeze in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before eating.
- Use thick old-fashioned rolled oats for the best creamy texture; avoid instant oats as they become mushy overnight.
- Stir well when adding vanilla and flaxseed for even taste distribution.
- If using frozen raspberries, let them thaw overnight in the fridge; this helps them blend better with oats.
- Adjust sweetness by adding 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup just before serving, especially if raspberries are tart.
- For a fresh crunch, add chopped nuts or seeds (2 tablespoons) just before serving.
- If oatmeal is too thick, stir in 2 tablespoons additional milk before eating to smooth consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: Not specified
- Sugar: Not specified
- Sodium: Not specified
- Fat: Not specified
- Saturated Fat: Not specified
- Unsaturated Fat: Not specified
- Trans Fat: Not specified
- Carbohydrates: Not specified
- Fiber: Not specified
- Protein: Not specified
- Cholesterol: Not specified