The easiest ever Overnight Oats With Chia Seeds, made with just three ingredients and a couple minutes of prep time for a filling and delicious breakfast!
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The 3-Ingredient Breakfast I Can’t Stop Making!
These Overnight Oats With Chia Seeds first came together right before a camping trip. The next morning was going to be busy, so breakfast needed to be something I could toss in the cooler and eat fast before an early hike.
Honestly, my expectations were low. Chia seeds, milk, and a packet of oatmeal went into a jar, got a quick stir, and that was it.
The next morning, I pulled it out of the cooler, added fruit and nut butter, and was shocked by how much I liked it. The oats were soft, the chia seeds made it creamy, and the flavored oatmeal packet added just enough sweetness without needing to add anything else.
By the time I got home, I was already craving it again. So I made a few more jars for the week, and now this simple little breakfast has been on repeat. It is quick, easy, and so nice to have ready when mornings feel busy.
Only Three Ingredients!
| Ingredient | Quick Notes |
|---|---|
| Plant-based milk | Any plant-based milk works. My favorites are macadamia nut milk and unsweetened vanilla almond milk. |
| Chia seeds | Find chia seeds in the health food section, baking aisle, spice aisle, or bulk bins. |
| Better Oats Instant Oatmeal | These packets add flavor and sweetness, so no extra mix-ins are needed. Maple & Brown Sugar is my favorite, and the 100-calorie packets also work great. |
Quick Tip
Use leftover chia seeds in Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding, Chia Seed Pudding, or atop this Breakfast Toast!
How To Make Overnight Oats With Chia Seeds
This recipe is truly as simple as mixing everything together and letting it sit overnight!
- Add the entire packet of oatmeal, chia seeds, and milk to a jar or container and stir.
- In the morning, the oats and chia seeds will have softened and expanded. Sometimes they’ve clumped up a bit, but give everything a good stir and you’ll be left with an ultra-creamy and tasty breakfast!
Quick Tip
You don’t need to prepare the oats or do anything beyond opening the packet and emptying its contents into a jar!
chelsea’s recipe tip
Overnight Oats With Chia Seeds Topping Ideas
My favorite way to enjoy these Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds is with fresh berries and a packet of maple almond butter. Here are more topping ideas:
- Fresh fruit: Try strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, banana, kiwi, or mandarin oranges. My kids love banana mixed in with peanut butter.
- Nuts and seeds: Sliced almonds, pecans, cashews, or pepitas add great crunch.
- Granola: Add a handful right before eating so it stays crisp.
- Puréed fruit: Blend berries with a little milk and swirl it in.
- Nut butter: Drizzle with almond, peanut, or cashew butter for extra flavor.
Variations
- Overnight oats with chia seeds and yogurt: For an even creamier pudding, mix through some tasty yogurt in the morning. We love Noosa® vanilla bean yogurt best here!
- Overnight oats with chia seeds and protein: To boost the amount of protein, add a tablespoon or two of protein powder in the morning– or add in some nut butter, which also has a good amount of protein.
More Delicious Breakfast Recipes:
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Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal
Beverages
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Breakfast
Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Desserts
Healthy Banana Muffins
Overnight Oats With Chia Seeds
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Equipment
- Sealable container
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 cup milk see note 1
- 1 packet Better Oats Maple and Brown Sugar Oatmeal see note 2
- Toppings as desired see note 3
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a lidded container. Skip package instructions for the oatmeal; just pour it in. Stir, cover, and refrigerate overnight or at least 8 hours. Note: The mixture stays creamy and liquidy, similar to muesli with added milk, which I love!
- In the morning, stir the mixture to break up any clumps. Enjoy it chilled, either straight from the jar or in a bowl, with your favorite toppings. I recommend fresh berries and flavored nut butter. (see note 3) Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
- Fresh fruit: Pick what you love most: chopped strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, chopped banana, kiwi, or mandarin orange slices.
- Nuts and/or seeds: Dry-roasted and lightly salted sliced almonds, pecans, or cashews are delicious. Pepitas also make a nice topping!
- Granola: I love this almond granola.
- Puréed fruit: Purée some berries with milk and swirl it through the mixture for fruity Overnight Oats and Chia Seeds.
- Nut butter: Add a drizzle of almond butter, peanut butter, cashew butter, or any of the other options for a hit of protein plus flavor.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Overnight Oats With Chia Seeds FAQs
These overnight oats are ultra-soft and creamy, similar in texture to muesli, like softened oat cereal with cold milk. The chia seeds gel overnight, thickening the mixture and adding a nice contrasting texture.
The chia seeds add fiber and protein, which are good for your health. They also give a nice texture, a bit of flavor, and help thicken the mixture.
Yes! No cooking is needed. Everything softens to a creamy consistency overnight. This recipe is meant to be eaten chilled, straight from the fridge.
