Breakfast
Overnight Oats in a Jar
Overnight oats take five minutes in the evening and zero in the morning. Overnight in the fridge, the oats soak up milk and yoghurt and turn soft and creamy with a little bite left. Yoghurt adds tang, a spoonful of chia thickens everything to a pudding-like texture, and berries bring freshness. A jar with a lid is easy to take to work, and you can change the flavour every day. The only thing to get right is the balance of liquid and oats, which is what this recipe gives you.
Method
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Take a 350-400 ml glass jar with a lid.
Add the oats and chia seeds.
Pour in the milk, then add the yoghurt and honey. Close the lid and shake, or stir well so no dry oats are left at the bottom.
Top with the berries, or add them in the morning if you want them to keep their shape.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
In the morning give it a stir. Add 1-2 tablespoons of milk if it is too thick. Eat cold or warm it briefly in the microwave with the lid off.
Tips for success
- If it turned out runny, use 20-30 ml less milk next time or add more chia.
- Stir the honey into the milk before adding the oats, it does not dissolve well once cold.
- Add banana or apple in the morning, since they brown and go watery overnight.
- Add nuts or granola just before eating so they stay crunchy.
Serving and storage
Eat straight from the jar or tip into a bowl. Top with fresh berries, sliced banana, nuts, coconut flakes or a spoonful of peanut butter.
Keeps for up to 3 days in the fridge, so you can make several jars at once for the working week.
Variations
- Chocolate: add 1 teaspoon cocoa and half a mashed banana.
- Apple pie: grated apple, a pinch of cinnamon and a few walnuts.
- Dairy-free: oat milk and coconut yoghurt, with maple syrup instead of honey.
Calories and macros
Per serving (about 305 g):
Per 100 g: 118 kcal, P 4.4, F 3.2, C 18.3. An estimate based on average ingredient values. Your daily calories ›
