Overnight Oats
Mix oats and milk the night before, and breakfast is waiting in the morning. No cooking required. Just grab it and eat.
Time
5 min
Difficulty
Easy
Serves
1
Ingredients 3 items
- ½ cup oatmeal (old-fashioned or quick oats both work)
- ½ cup milk (any kind)
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter or 1 banana, mashed
- Optional: Honey or sugar, Cinnamon, Jam or jelly stirred in, Applesauce instead of banana, Canned fruit, drained
Equipment
- Jar, bowl, or container with a lid
- Spoon
Allergens: Contains Gluten (oats — some brands are gluten-free, check label). May contain Dairy and Peanuts depending on milk and toppings.
Instructions
- Combine the oatmeal and milk in a jar, bowl, or any container with a lid.
- Stir in the peanut butter or mashed banana. Add honey, cinnamon, or jam if you have them.
- Cover and place in the refrigerator overnight (or for at least 4 hours).
- In the morning, stir and eat cold — or microwave for 1–2 minutes if you prefer it warm.
- Top with whatever you have — canned fruit, a drizzle of honey, more banana.
notes & tips
- No fridge? These need to be refrigerated. If you don't have reliable refrigeration, try stovetop oatmeal instead — same ingredients, just cook with milk for 5 minutes.
- Make several at once. Prep 3–4 jars on Sunday night and grab one each morning. They keep for 3–4 days in the fridge.
- Use applesauce. A few spoonfuls of applesauce stirred in adds sweetness and moisture without needing fresh fruit.
- Nut-free? Skip the peanut butter. Use mashed banana or applesauce for creaminess.
- Dairy-free? Use any non-dairy milk. The oats thicken the same way.