MUSCAT: If you have never made overnight oats, they are essentially a no-cook way to make oatmeal. Soak the raw oats in milk rather than heating them on the stovetop or in the microwave. 

The soaking procedure enables the oats to absorb the liquid and become sufficiently soft for eating raw. The oats only need to soak and rest in the refrigerator for two hours. But soaking it overnight is best. hence the name overnight oats!

The next morning, you have a lovely, creamy bowl or jar of “oatmeal” that is ready to eat. The texture is similar to that of pudding or porridge. It has a more rich and creamy texture than heated oatmeal and provides for a simple, practical breakfast.

You can create this simple overnight oats dish ahead of time for busy mornings and customise it with a variety of add-ins and toppings. You can learn how to make a simple overnight oats recipe for beginners with this recipe. You’ll discover advice on batch meal preparation and ideas for toppings using four well-known overnight oatmeal flavours. 

This recipe for overnight oats makes a fantastic, week-long healthy breakfast that you can prepare in advance. 

Easy Overnight Oats 

Preparation + Chill time: 8 hours 5 mins

Serves 1 

Ingredients

1/2 cup rolled oats

1/2 cup milk, dairy or dairy-free

1/4 cup Greek yoghurt, or dairy-free yoghurt

1 tablespoon chia seeds

1 tablespoon maple syrup

Stir everything together in a bowl or sealable container after adding the items. Allow it to soak in the refrigerator for at least two hours, but overnight for eight hours is preferable. The consistency will be creamier as a result.

Enjoy your favourite toppings on top of your overnight oats – you are free to add any fruits, nuts, or flavourings as per your liking – how cool is that!