Published on March 14, 2023

overnight oats with fresh berries in jars

Recipe: Easy Overnight Oats

Overnight oats are versatile and are a great snack for both before and after a workout. Try this recipe for a quick boost of energy pre- or post-workout.

Experiment with the toppings of your choice. Good options are berries or other fruit, nuts, seeds, chocolate chips, cinnamon or peanut butter.

Easy Overnight Oats

Serves: 1

Ingredients

  • ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
  • ½ cup milk of choice
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • Toppings of choice, such as berries or other fruit, nuts, seeds, chocolate chips, cinnamon or peanut butter

Instructions

  1. Place all ingredients into a large glass container and mix until well combined.
  2. Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Toppings can be added the night before or immediately before serving.
  4. Uncover and enjoy. Thin with a little more milk if desired.

Nutrition Facts per Serving:

  • Calories: 362
  • Protein: 18g
  • Carbohydrate: 58g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 9mg
  • Sodium: 72mg
  • Dietary Fiber: 8g
  • Fat: 8g
  • Trans fats: 0g

Source: Anna Heronimus, RD, LN, Avera GI & Sports Dietitian, Avera Human Performance Center