Easy Overnight Oats

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

1. Mix together. Add the rolled oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, and maple syrup to a bowl or sealable jar. Stir until well combined.
2. 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.
3. Add the toppings. Top your overnight oats with your favorite toppings and enjoy!