16 Easy Overnight Oatmeal Recipes for a Quick Breakfast

Overnight Oats recipes are great on the go breakfast recipes. Overnight oats are cold, creamy and totally perfect for a quick morning routine.

Making hearty oatmeal the night before can improve your morning routine and make it easier for on the go breakfast. These cold and creamy overnight oats are perfect for a beautiful warm morning. They are a refreshing way to enjoy breakfast on a busy weekday.

Overnight oats is a really cool “cooking” technique that starts with hearty oats infused with milk, yogurt, fruits, nuts, seeds, honey or any other flavors you like to eat. Simply place all the ingredients into jars or Tupperware to soak and infuse overnight in the fridge. When you wake up, the oats will be soft and creamy and taste incredible. These overnight oat recipes are foolproof cooking so anyone can make these delicious breakfast recipes.

Choose from recipes like Raspberry Dark Chocolate Chip, Toasted Almond & Honey, Apple Cinnamon or Peach Cobbler Overnight Oats! These overnight oats are the perfect for easy and healthy breakfast, lunch or snack on the go! Change up the fruits, nuts, seeds, and flavors to make new combinations to enjoy all week long!

Here are 16 Overnight Oat Recipes For Those Super Busy Mornings!

Let’s Make Some Oats!

1. Raspberry Jam Overnight Oats

Found from VeguKate

This raspberry jam overnight oats are the best thing to wake up too. It’s made with creamy vanilla oats and homemade raspberry jam that’s so zesty and tangy. The raspberry jam has chia seeds folded into it for an excellent filling breakfast.

2. Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Overnight Oats

Found from The Almond Eater

These creamy cinnamon chocolate chip overnight oats are a nice sweet treat to wake up too. The cinnamon will warm up your senses while the chocolate just melts in your mouth. The oats are made with almond milk, cinnamon, cacao, chocolate chips and maple syrup for a little sweetness!

3. Blueberry Banana Overnight Oats

Found from Organize Yourself Skinny

This blueberry banana overnight oats are very creamy but have a more pudding like texture. The oats are mixed with chia seed and coconut milk which gives these overnight oats some excellent protein and fiber. Fold in some fresh blueberries and sliced bananas to complete this delicious breakfast.

4. Maple Brown Sugar Cinnamon Overnight Oats

Found from Evolving Table

These maple brown sugar cinnamon overnight oats are naturally sweet with a hint of cinnamon spice. These oats are made with ingredients that you would find in a warm cooked on the stove oatmeal, but this makes it a considerable time saver both in preparing and cooking. Top with pecans or walnuts for the perfect crunch.

5. Strawberry Chia Overnight Oats

Found from Kristine’s Kitchen

This strawberry chia overnight oat recipe is a satisfying meal that will keep you full until lunch. Since there is chai seed folded into the oats they also soak up the yummy strawberry, milk, greek yogurt, and vanilla extract. The chia seeds are the extra protein and fiber that will keep you full!

6. Peanut Butter Cup Overnight Oats

Found from Lemons and Zest

Peanut butter and oatmeal is a tasty combination but also is full of lots of protein. These peanut butter cup overnight oats will satisfying your sweet tooth but will also be a good breakfast to keep you full until lunchtime rolls around.

7. Raspberry Dark Chocolate Chip Overnight Oats

Found from Annie’s Noms

Here’s an easy recipe that proves you can have chocolate for breakfast! The fresh raspberries burst with bright, tangy juice that is perfect for creamy oatmeal. These oats are thicker so feel free to add more milk in the morning to make them easier to eat.

8. Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

Found from Momables

My favorite flavor in the oatmeal variety packs is apple cinnamon. I have fond memories of eating this oatmeal every time we went camping, the hint of fruit in the hot oatmeal was like finding jewels. In this apple cinnamon overnight oats, the burst of the crunchy apples and the hint of cinnamon brings back all the memories of that packet of oatmeal. These overnight oats are even creamier then making them on the stovetop!

9. Nutella Overnight Oats

Found from Real Housemoms

Calling all Nutella lovers! This is a breakfast fit for chocolate hazelnut fans. The Nutella incorporated into creamy overnight oats is a genius idea that will be a happy surprise to wake up too. I like how they have included crunchy granola on top of the oats to add the right amount of crunch.

10. Vanilla Overnight Oats with Blackberries

Found from Peanut Butter + Chocolate

This no-cook oats recipe is a no-fuss way of having a healthy breakfast waiting for you. These vanilla oats have protein powder added in so you know you’ll be fuller longer plus the fresh blackberries will burst in your mouth. The cold oats will be refreshing on a hot summer day.

11. Peach Cobbler Overnight Oats

Found from Nerdy Mamma

Here is a beloved dessert turn into creamy no-cook oatmeal. The fresh peaches and banana have a drizzle of honey on top that makes this oatmeal a little sweet and tangy. Personally, I love the white peaches in this recipe because they have a tremendous juicy flavor!

12. Chai Spiced Chia Overnight Oats

Found from Flavor The Moments

This is a recipe perfect for those who love good chai tea lattes. The chai spice is mild, but you can add more if you like the strong flavor. These oats can be made to be vegan-friendly or dairy-free whatever best suits you best. It’s definitely a perfect breakfast recipe!

13. Toasted Almond & Honey Overnight Oats

Found from Wholefully

Here is hearty oatmeal you’ll love to have every morning. The toasted almonds and honey are nutty and sweet. The chia seeds are plump with protein and nutrition. It’s an easy way to stay healthy when you have such a delicious breakfast.

14. Almond Strawberry Overnight Oats

Found from Celebrating Sweets

This hearty oat recipe is perfect for healthy living. You can quickly change out the ingredients for other berries, almond butter or almond milk, use a homemade strawberry jam or your favorite store-bought jam.

15. Brownie Batter Overnight Protein Oatmeal

Found from Dashing Dish

I use to think brownies for breakfast, no way! But now I know that you can have dessert for breakfast and still feel good. These brownie batter overnight oats are made with protein, cocoa powder, and almond milk.

16. Cherry Vanilla Dark Chocolate Overnight Oats

Found from Recipe Runner

This is a fantastic recipe that uses fresh seasonal ingredients like summer cherries. The cherries paired with the dark chocolate is a sweet combination that makes these oats perfect for an after-dinner dessert or an anytime snack!

Have a Great Morning!

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