Overnight Oats with Water
These overnight oats with water are the perfect no-milk alternative to the classic recipe. Not only can you jazz them up with tasty toppings, but they are convenient to make ahead for a hassle-free breakfast!
Servings: 1
Calories: 516kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats - see note 1
- ⅔ cup water
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds - for added thickness and nutrition see note 2
- 1 tablespoon yogurt - optional, for creaminess and added goodness see note 3
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- a pinch of sea salt - optional
Berries Overnight Oats
- 1 cup berries - e.g., strawberries, blueberries, raspberries
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Peanut Butter And Banana
- 1 tablespoon nut butter - almond butter, peanut butter, hazelnut butter, homemade Nutella
- chopped nuts
- dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Place the rolled oats, chia seeds, water (note 4), honey or maple syrup, yogurt, and salt (if using) in a glass jar or container and stir with a spoon.
- Cover the container with a lid or wrap and place in the fridge for at least 4 hours (overnight gives a better texture).
- The next day, open the container and add the topping of your choice.
Berries Overnight Oats
- If using strawberries, wash them and cut them into quarters.
- In a saucepan, combine ½ cup of berries, maple syrup, and 2 tablespoons of water. Place the saucepan over medium heat. Let the mixture come to a gentle simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring.
- For a smoother compote, you can lightly mash the berries with a fork.
- Remove the compote from the heat and let it cool before layering it in the overnight oats jar.
- Top with the remaining fresh berries.
Peanut Butter And Banana
- In a glass jar, layer the overnight oats with peanut butter. Then top with fresh banana slices and sprinkle with chopped nuts and chocolate chips. You can also drizzle some melted chocolate or Nutella for extra indulgence.
Notes
Note 1 - Oats: I love using rolled oats (AKA old-fashioned oats) as they have a chewy and thicker texture, and every mouthful is hugely satisfying. You can also use quick oats or instant oats, but they have a softer, mushier texture, and you’ll need to adjust the amount of liquid you use. But it’s totally up to you! Steel-cut oats won’t work as they are really hard and need to be cooked.
Note 2 - Chia Seeds: Chia seeds help to thicken the oats and give them a creamier consistency. They are essential as this recipe uses water instead of milk. They also have lots of omega-3s and healthy fats as a bonus. You can substitute them for ground flax seeds for a similar result.
Note 3 - Yogurt: Yogurt contains many beneficial bacteria that can help with digestion and add a touch of creaminess. You can use any type of yogurt you like (including dairy-free and plant-based - preferably without added sugar). But you can skip it altogether, and your overnight oats will still be delicious.
Note 4- Water: Feel free to add more or less water, depending on how runny you like your oats. And keep in mind that they will thicken quite a bit while resting in the fridge.
Storage: You can keep them in the fridge for up to 4 days. However, I prefer to keep them no longer than 2-3 days, or they tend to become too soft.
*Nutrition information is a rough estimate per serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 516kcal | Carbohydrates: 86g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 16g | Sugar: 44g