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Overnight Oats 3 Ways

Three no-cook overnight oats variations that are ready to grab straight from the fridge in the morning. Choose from caramel apple, peanut butter banana, or berry and cream — each one comes together in minutes with just a jar and a fork.
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Yield: 1 Serving (per variation)
Total Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients
  

Caramel Apple Overnight Oats
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup milk of choice or a little less
  • 3 tbsp unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 tsp caramel sauce or maple syrup
  • ½ tsp cinnamon powder
  • A tiny pinch of salt
Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup milk of choice
  • 2 tbsp banana mashed
  • 1 tbsp peanut butter
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
  • ¼ tsp cinnamon powder
Berry & Cream Overnight Oats
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup milk of choice or a little less
  • 2 tbsp frozen berries thawed and mashed
  • 2 tbsp plain greek yogurt
  • 2 tsp honey or maple syrup
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • A tiny pinch of salt

Instructions

Caramel Apple Overnight Oats
  • In a small jar, stir together the applesauce, caramel sauce, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Add the rolled oats and milk, then stir until fully combined. Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours.
  • Before serving, give it a good stir and top with fresh apple and chopped nuts.
Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats
  • In a small jar, mash the banana, then stir in the peanut butter, honey, and cinnamon.
  • Add the rolled oats and milk, then stir until fully combined. Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours.
  • Before serving, give it a good stir and top with banana slices and chocolate chips.
Berry & Cream Overnight Oats
  • In a small jar, mash the berries, then stir in the Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and salt.
  • Add the rolled oats and milk, then stir until fully combined. Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours.
  • Before serving, give it a good stir and top with fresh berries and a dollop of whipped cream.

Watch the Recipe

Notes

  • Keep the ratio of oats to liquid at 1:1 for the best texture — too much liquid and the oats will be soupy, too little and they'll be too thick.
  • Oats can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days, though toppings are best added fresh just before serving.