Overnight Oats with Fruit (Printable)

A creamy, layered breakfast with oats, fresh fruit, and peanut butter, ready after an overnight chill.

# Components:

→ Oats Base

01 - 1 cup rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
03 - 1/2 cup plain yogurt (dairy or plant-based, optional)
04 - 2 teaspoons chia seeds
05 - 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup

→ Fruit Layer

06 - 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
07 - 1/2 cup banana, sliced
08 - 1/4 cup blueberries or mixed berries

→ Peanut Butter

09 - 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter

→ Optional Toppings

10 - 2 tablespoons granola
11 - 1 tablespoon chopped nuts
12 - Extra fruit for garnish

# Method:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, milk, optional yogurt, chia seeds, and honey or maple syrup. Stir thoroughly until uniform.
02 - Divide half of the oat mixture evenly between two jars or airtight containers.
03 - Layer sliced strawberries and bananas over the oats in each jar, then add a spoonful of natural peanut butter on top.
04 - Top each jar with the remaining oat mixture.
05 - Place blueberries or mixed berries as the final fruit layer on top.
06 - Seal jars with lids and refrigerate for at least six hours or overnight.
07 - In the morning, gently stir the contents and garnish with granola, additional fruit, or chopped nuts as desired. Serve chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creamy, convenient breakfast made in advance
  • Customizable with favorite fruits and nut butters
02 -
  • Use plant-based milk and yogurt for dairy-free or vegan options
  • Choose gluten-free oats if sensitive to gluten
03 -
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla for extra flavor
  • Make several jars at once for easy breakfasts all week
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