WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE THESE RECIPES:
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rolled oats: this is what I use. Some people say steel cut oats are great but I find them to be way too chewy. If that’s your thing, then you can use them as well.
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milk: this can be regular or dairy free. Use the milk that works best for you!
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protein: The recipes all show protein powder. You can use any flavor you want, or you can use greek yogurt instead!
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chia seeds: not necessary, but a great way to give your oats a boost of protein and fiber. Please do not go out and buy them if you are not interested. They will be fine without.
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Pinch of salt: I like to add just a pinch to my recipes for a touch more flavor. Up to you!
THESE 6 FLAVORS INCLUDE:
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Banana Bread Overnight Oats: Wake up to banana bread but without any of the effort! The perfect way to use up bananas that are about to turn–bonus!
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Blueberry Muffin Overnight Oatmeal: Same story, different flavor. Everyone’s favorite muffin in a big hearty bowl. No baking required!
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Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats: While I LOOOOVE the banana bread version, I find myself making some form of this variety more often than not. Gotta gotta GOTTA have my peanut butter!
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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Overnight Oats: I want to call this one something fancy like peanut butter cup or something, but I am just calling this one like I see it. While a basic peanut butter version is fine, when you toss in some chocolate chips, you always take things up a notch, right??
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Strawberries and Cream Overnight Oatmeal: Nothing like fresh cream with your berries, right? I love adding just a touch to my oatmeal for that rich creamy flavor. There’s nothing extraordinary about this recipe, but I promise it will be a favorite!
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Almond Joy Overnight Oatmeal: Because sometimes you feel like a nut, right? My favorite candy turned into one of my very favorite breakfasts!
Ingredients Base Ingredients:
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½ cup milk of choice (almond milk or cow’s milk)
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1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
For the Banana Bread
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½ mashed banana
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2 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ teaspooon cinnamon
For the Blueberry Muffin:
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¼ cup blueberries
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1 tablespoon cashew butter (or almond butter)
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½ teaspoon cinnamon
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½ teaspoon vanilla
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1 teaspoon chia seeds
For the Peanut Butter and Jelly:
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1 tablespoon peanut butter (extra to drizzle if desired)
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1 teaspoon chia seeds
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4-5 strawberries, mashed or chopped
For the Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip:
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1 tablespoon peanut butter
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1 teaspoon chia seeds
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1 teaspoon chocolate chips (I love mini chips!)
For the Strawberries & Cream:
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4-5 strawberries, sliced or chopped
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1 teaspoon chia seeds
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1 tablespoon cream (half & half or heavy cream)
For the Almond Joy:
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2 teaspoons shredded coconut, unsweetened
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1 tablespoon sliced almonds
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1 tablespoon chocolate chips
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1 teaspoon chia seeds
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½ teaspoon vanilla
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small drop of almond extract (it’s strong so go small–less than ¼ tsp)
Directions for all recipes:
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Combine base ingredients plus all ingredients for desired flavor in a bowl or jar that can be sealed and stir well.
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Refrigerate overnight.
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Add an extra splash of milk if needed before serving. Serve hot or cold.