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Creamy Classic Overnight Oats Recipe

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Classic Overnight Oats is a simple, nutritious, and convenient breakfast option made by soaking oats in milk overnight. This no-cook recipe requires minimal preparation and results in creamy, ready-to-eat oats that can be sweetened to taste and customized with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

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Oats

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats

Milk

  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)

Sweetener

  • 12 teaspoons honey, maple syrup, or preferred sweetener

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a jar or bowl, add 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup milk of your choice, and 1-2 teaspoons of sweetener. Stir well to combine all the ingredients evenly.
  2. Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the container with a lid or plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator. Allow the oats to soak for at least 6-8 hours or overnight so that they absorb the liquid and soften properly.
  3. Serve: In the morning, stir the oats to check consistency. If desired, add extra milk to loosen the texture or top with fresh fruit, nuts, or seeds before serving.

Notes

  • Use rolled oats, as instant or steel-cut oats do not absorb liquid the same way.
  • Choose your preferred milk such as cow’s milk, almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk for different flavors and dietary needs.
  • Adjust sweetness according to taste or substitute with natural sweeteners like agave syrup or stevia.
  • Overnight oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Add-ins like chia seeds, vanilla extract, or cinnamon can enhance flavor and texture.

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