Creamy oats soaked overnight in jars, layered with fresh toppings for a simple, flavorful start to your day.
# What you'll need:
→ Base
01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 2 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt for vegan option)
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
08 - 1/2 cup fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
09 - 1 medium banana, sliced
10 - 1/4 cup granola
11 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
12 - 2 tablespoons nut butter (peanut, almond, or sunflower seed)
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
14 - 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips
15 - 2 tablespoons dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, apricots)
# Method:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, stir together oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and salt until fully incorporated.
02 - Evenly divide the oat mixture among 4 clean jars or containers, approximately 3/4 cup per jar.
03 - Layer each jar with selected toppings, such as mixed berries with granola, sliced banana with peanut butter and nuts, shredded coconut with dried cranberries and chocolate chips, or fresh strawberries with almond butter.
04 - Seal jars with lids and refrigerate for at least 8 hours to allow flavors to meld and oats to soften.
05 - Stir the contents in the morning, add extra milk if desired for creaminess, and enjoy directly from the jar or transfer to a bowl.
