Overnight Oats Without Yogurt
These overnight oats without yogurt are absolutely creamy and thick! Perfect for anyone who's steering clear of lactose. And the best part? You can totally dress them up with your favorite toppings and mix-ins for a super satisfying breakfast.
Servings: 1
Calories: 539kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats - see note 1
- ⅔ cup milk of your choice
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds - for added thickness and nutrition see note 2
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- a pinch of sea salt - optional
Toppings
- ½ cup fruit - e.g., strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, bananas
- 1 tablespoon nut butter - almond butter, peanut butter, hazelnut butter, homemade Nutella
- chopped nuts
- dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Place the rolled oats, chia seeds, milk (note 3), honey or maple syrup, 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 (but overnight gives a better texture).
- The next day, open the container and add the topping of your choice. If you want a warm breakfast, you can also warm your overnight oats in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.
Notes
Note 1 - Oats: I love using rolled oats (AKA old-fashioned oats) as they have a chewy and thicker texture. They absorb less liquid, and every mouthful is extremely satisfying. You can also use quick oats or instant oats, but they have a softer, mushier texture, and they tend to absorb more liquid. But it’s totally up to you!
Note 2 - Chia Seeds: Chia seeds help to thicken the oats and give them a creamier consistency. They are especially important as we are not adding yogurt to this recipe. They also have lots of omega-3s and healthy fats as an added bonus. You can substitute them for ground flax seeds for a similar result.
Note 3 - Liquid: Feel free to add a bit more or less milk, depending on how runny you like your oats. And keep in mind that they will thicken quite a bit while resting in the fridge.
How to store: 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: 539kcal | Carbohydrates: 78g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 21g | Sugar: 40g