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a jar of overnight oats with rolled oats, yogurt, milk, apples, nuts and honey.
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Overnight Oats For One

Creamy overnight oats for one made with rolled oats, milk, yogurt, and a simple base formula, with an optional apple cinnamon variation.
Prep Time5 minutes
Resting time8 hours
Total Time8 hours 5 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: apple cinnamon overnight oats, apple overnight oats, oatmeal, overnight oats
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Ingredients

Base Overnight Oats Ingredients

  • ½ cup old fashioned oats
  • ½ cup milk (regular, almond, soy or coconut)
  • ¼ cup yogurt (plain, vanilla or Greek)
  • 1 -2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Apple Cinnamon Variation (add to the base)

  • ¼ cup diced apples
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • walnuts for topping (optional)
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Instructions

  • Add the rolled oats, milk, yogurt, sweetener, and vanilla extract, to a jar or small bowl. Stir until well mixed.
  • If making the apple cinnamon version, stir in the diced apple, cinnamon, nutmeg, and walnuts, if using.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight, until the oats are soft and creamy.
  • Stir before eating and add walnuts or extra diced apples, if desired.

Notes

  • Use Rolled Oats, Not Quick Oats: Old fashioned rolled oats soften overnight while keeping their texture. Quick oats tend to break down and become too soft.
  • Stick to the Base Ratio: For consistent results, use equal parts oats and milk, then add yogurt for creaminess. Adjust slightly if you prefer thicker or thinner oats.
  • Stir Well Before Chilling: Make sure everything is fully mixed so the oats hydrate evenly and don’t clump at the bottom.
  • Refrigerate Long Enough: Let the oats chill for at least 4 hours, but overnight gives the best texture.
  • Warm If You Prefer: Overnight oats can be eaten cold or warmed. Remove the lid and heat in a microwave safe container, stirring before serving.
 
How To Store And Meal Prep Overnight Oats
Overnight oats are easy to prepare in advance and can be made as a single serving or scaled up for meal prep. Simply double, triple, or multiply the ingredients based on how many servings you want to make.
After assembling the oats, cover and refrigerate them in an airtight container. Overnight oats will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Stir before serving and add any toppings just before eating for the best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 267kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 102mg | Potassium: 493mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 250IU | Vitamin C: 1.4mg | Calcium: 292mg | Iron: 1.7mg

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