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Easy Creamy Overnight Oats Meal Prep 5-Day Healthy Breakfast Plan

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A quick and easy overnight oats recipe that is creamy, slightly sweet, and perfect for busy mornings. This meal prep plan provides a healthy, satisfying breakfast for up to 5 days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups (135 g) rolled oats (old-fashioned oats recommended)
  • 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) milk of choice (dairy, almond, oat, or any plant-based milk)
  • 1/2 cup (120 g) Greek yogurt, plain or vanilla (use coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (adjust sweetness to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • Fresh or frozen fruit for topping (berries, sliced banana, diced apples)
  • Nuts or seeds for crunch (chopped almonds, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, optional)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups rolled oats and 2 tablespoons chia seeds (if using). Stir briefly to mix evenly.
  2. Add 1 1/2 cups milk of choice and 1/2 cup Greek yogurt to the bowl.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon if using. Whisk everything until smooth and fully combined.
  4. Divide the mixture evenly into 4 or 5 glass jars or airtight containers, leaving room at the top for fruit and toppings.
  5. Seal each jar tightly and refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours to allow oats to absorb the liquid and thicken.
  6. Before serving, stir the oats gently and top with fresh berries, sliced bananas, or chopped nuts. Add a splash of milk if the oats are too thick.

Notes

[‘Use rolled oats for best texture; avoid quick oats as they get mushy.’, ‘Yogurt adds creaminess and protein; use plant-based yogurt for dairy-free version.’, ‘Adjust milk quantity to achieve preferred thickness.’, ‘Add toppings just before serving to avoid sogginess.’, ‘Overnight oats taste better after a day or two as flavors meld.’, ‘Store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 5 days.’, ‘Overnight oats can be warmed in the microwave for 30-60 seconds if desired.’]

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