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Author: Ann Styles

Prep time: 10 mins | Chill time: 8 hours (overnight) | Total: 8 hours 10 mins | Serves: 4-6

This Overnight Oats is the perfect make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings. Creamy and naturally sweetened, it’s packed with fiber, omega-3s, and protein from the combination of oats, chia seeds, and yogurt. The almond or vanilla extract adds a subtle depth of flavor, while the fresh fruit and peanut butter toppings provide the perfect finishing touch. Easy, customizable, and nutritious, it’s a breakfast that feels indulgent but keeps you energized all day long.

Instructions

1. In a blender, combine the yogurt, rolled oats, milk, chia seeds, almond extract (or vanilla), salt, and maple syrup or coconut sugar.
2. Quickly pulse the mixture a few times, just enough to disperse the chia seeds evenly without breaking them down completely. Do not over-blend.
3. Transfer the mixture to a quart-sized container with a lid. Refrigerate overnight (or at least 8 hours) to allow the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and thicken.
4. When ready to eat, give the mixture a quick stir to ensure even consistency. Transfer the oats to individual bowls or jars. Top with sliced strawberries, bananas, coconut flakes, and a drizzle of creamy peanut butter.