Cold Breakfast Oatmeal
Start your day with this creamy and wholesome Cold Breakfast Oatmeal, a no-cook recipe that’s as convenient as it is delicious. Perfect for busy mornings, this make-ahead meal combines hearty rolled oats, protein-packed Greek yogurt, and nutrient-rich chia seeds for a satisfying base. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey and flavored with a hint of vanilla, this overnight oatmeal is customizable with your favorite toppings—think fresh berries, banana slices, crunchy nuts, or seeds. Ready in just 5 minutes of prep time and chilled overnight, it’s a refreshing, nutrient-dense breakfast that fits seamlessly into any routine. Whether you're meal prepping for the week or need a grab-and-go solution, this cold oatmeal recipe is a healthy, time-saving choice packed with flavor and nutrition.
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup rolled oats
- 0.5 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt (plain or flavored, optional)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 0.25 cup fresh or frozen fruit toppings (e.g., berries, banana slices)
- 1 tablespoon nuts or seeds (e.g., almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds, optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a jar or bowl with a lid, combine the rolled oats, milk, and Greek yogurt (if using).
Step 2
Stir in the chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract (if using). Make sure the ingredients are well combined.
Step 3
Cover the jar or bowl and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
Step 4
In the morning, give the oatmeal a good stir. Add more milk if you'd like a thinner consistency.
Step 5
Top the oatmeal with fresh or frozen fruits, nuts, or seeds as desired.
Step 6
Enjoy your cold breakfast oatmeal straight from the jar or transfer it to a bowl for serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (319.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 435.9 |
| Total Fat 12.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g | |
| Cholesterol 14mg | 0% |
| Sodium 79.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 62.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 26.1g | |
| Protein 18.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 50IU | 0% |
| Calcium 321.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 642.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories