Blueberry Muffin Overnight Oats is a simple and delicious way to start the day. It has all of the same flavors of a blueberry muffin, prepped in only minutes and makes a perfect meal prep breakfast option.
Sometimes mornings can be a little hectic and many times we end up skipping breakfast all together because we are simply too rushed. But with a little meal prepping, in less than 5 minutes you can make a serving of Blueberry Overnight Oats to have a delicious breakfast ready for you in the morning.
If you love my Chai Spiced Oatmeal Bars you’re going to love these Vegan Blueberry Overnight Oats! Made with simple and healthy ingredients, these overnight oats will leave you feeling full all morning long. They are a great option for a weekly meal prep and it’s so versatile, you can even take them on-the-go!
What Are Overnight Oats?
Overnight oats are made through the process of soaking raw oats in a liquid, typically milk, overnight until all of the moisture is absorbed by the oats and ready to eat. You can add a variety of different ingredients to the oats such as nuts, fruits, sweeteners and spices.
Overnight Oats Benefits
Oats have numerous health benefits and have become a popular breakfast option for many people. But are overnight oats healthy? Some may argue that eating oatmeal is just as bad as eating cereal in that it lacks nutritional value to be considered a healthy breakfast.
Overnight oats can be considered healthy since oatmeal can provide many benefits including lowering cholesterol and improving blood sugar regulation. Also, since oats are high in fiber it helps keep you full between meals and provides plenty of whole grains, protein , antioxidants and more.
Ingredients You Will Need
To make these oats with blueberries you will need the following ingredients:
- Old fashioned rolled oats - the star of the recipe
- Ground flaxseed - a good source of dietary fiber and omega-3 fatty acids
- Chia seeds - for added antioxidants, minerals, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids
- Vanilla extract - to add a hint of vanilla to each bite
- Cinnamon - for some warm spice
- Honey - you can also use maple syrup or agave
- Almond milk - this recipe uses almond milk however you can use any milk you prefer
- Blueberries- but of course!
How to Make Overnight Oats
- Add all of the ingredients to the mason jar and mix together until well combined.
- Add the blueberries on top and seal the jar.
- Place the overnight oats in the fridge for at least 6 hours
Recipe FAQ
The one and only secret is to make the oats in advance. I can’t tell you how many times I forgot to meal prep overnight oats and in the morning the liquid did not have enough time to soak into the oats. The oatmeal needs at least 6 hours to soak before eating.
Yes. I’ve replaced the rolled oats with quick oats when I forgot to make the oats the night before. By using quick oats this lessens the time needed for the oats to soak in the liquid and you will not need to use as much liquid. Let the oatmeal sit for about an hour and it’s good to go. The texture will be slightly different, but the flavor will be just as good.
Overnight oats can be stored, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
I’ve found that using a mason jar works best for an overnight oats recipe. It seals the oats in and keeps them fresh until you’re ready to eat them.
The best size jar depends on how much you want to make. The size jar that I used for this recipe was a 4 ounce jar. If you double this recipe you’ll need a bigger size jar.
To make your overnight oats with a little extra protein, you can substitute the ground flax seed with the protein powder or you can simply add in about 1 tablespoon of protein powder with a little extra milk.
I’ve never frozen overnight oats. The oats are best kept in the fridge for up to 5 days.
More Recipes You May Like:
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Blueberry Muffin Overnight Oats
Equipment
- Mason Jar or any sealed container
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 cup almond milk or milk of you choice
- 1/4 cup blueberries
Instructions
- In a mason jar, add the oats, ground flax seed, chia seeds, vanilla extract, cinnamon, honey and almond milk.
- Mix all of the ingredients together until well combined.
- Add the blueberries on top and seal the jar.
- Place the overnight oats in the fridge overnight, or up to 5 days.
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