As you already know, we are pretty obsessed with breakfast. Breakfast food is just so much fun! Especially when it’s quick, easy, healthy, and tastes this easy overnight oats recipe!
If you’re short on time and need a healthy breakfast on-the-go, then this recipe is for you. And since it actually tastes like a real oatmeal cookie (our favorite type of cookie, in case you were wondering), this recipe is just an all around win!
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Making this overnight oats recipe
What are overnight oats?
Overnight oats are a mix of rolled oats with almond milk, coconut milk or regular milk and are eaten cold. They’re mixed with spices such as cinnamon, fresh or dried fruit and sometimes even chocolate for something extra indulgent.
To make overnight oats just put everything into a mason jar, give it a mix and let it chill overnight in the fridge. The oats soak up all the flavors and are ready to go in the morning!
P.S: If you’re as obsessed with overnight oats as we are (or really just easy, healthy, and delicious recipes), be sure to check out A Month Of Healthy Eats For The Busy Girl! It’s a great resource for achieving your healthy eating goals in a realistic and delicious way.
Essentials for making Oatmeal Cookie Overnight Oats:
- Rolled Oats
- Almond Milk
- Greek Yogurt
- Almond Butter
- Dark Brown Sugar
- Raisins
- Crushed Walnuts
- Ground Cinnamon
- Jars
This Oatmeal Cookie Overnight Oats recipe also makes for a great post-workout recovery! They have a great blend of protein and healthy carbs that are perfect for a delicious workout recovery.
Make it vegan: To make this recipe vegan, simply replace the greek yogurt with coconut yogurt and you’re good to go!
Tips for the BEST overnight oats
- Leave overnight oats in the refrigerator for a minimum of 6 hours (but overnight is best).
- You can replace the almond milk for any type of milk.
- If you prefer a thicker consistency, lessen the amount of almond milk. If you’d like a light consistency then add an extra 1/4 cup of milk or omit the greek yogurt!
- You can always add more almond milk in the morning to adjust the consistency.
- Add fresh or dried fruit and top with your choice of nuts, seeds, and spices!
- Store in mason jars with a lid so they are easy to grab and go.
More healthy overnight oats recipes you’ll love
- Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
- Banana Coconut Cream Pie Overnight Oats
- Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats
- Easy Blueberry Chia Overnight Oats
- Peanut Butter Cookie Overnight Oats
Oatmeal Cookie Overnight Oats Recipe
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- 2 Tbsp almond butter
- 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt
- 1 cup almond milk
- 2 Tbsp crushed walnuts
- 2 Tbsp raisins
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients together and mix.
- Place in mason jars, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
- In the morning, remove from refrigerator and enjoy!
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Natalie says:
Sounds super delicious. I love overnight oats. Will give this combo a try.
Choclette says:
Love overnight oats, but have never tried making it with nut butter before. This is quite a revelation and I’m going to have to try it now. Sounds so delicious.
Ramona says:
Wow, why did I never think of this? I could have this every day and I am sure it is not only delicious but will keep you full for quite some time. I am making this as soon as tonight.
Suzanne says:
This looks so good! Can I prep multiple at a time?
Christine McMichael replied:
Yes, absolutely! You can meal prep up to 3 days worth at a time (since that’s about how long they last in the refrigerator). Enjoy!
Emily Kemp says:
Wow these overnight oats sound so good, oatmeal cookies are my fav!
Amanda says:
Is there a substitute for the yogurt? Sometimes my body struggles with dairy. Thanks.
Christine McMichael replied:
Hi, Amanda! Feel free to just add almond milk instead of yogurt. If you want the texture to be thick, I really like using cashew yogurt as a dairy-free option!
Jennifer says:
Yum!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Jennifer! These oats are so good!
Kristen says:
If I don’t have stevia packets, but a big container of it, about how much of a tsp would equal a packet? Any idea? Thank you! Can’t wait to try this!!
Christine McMichael replied:
Hi, Kristen! A packet of stevia is about 1 tsp. Enjoy the recipe! 🙂
Rowanvamp0 says:
Do you have to use almond butter will any butter work also same question line instead of greek yogurt can we use regular yogurt?
Christine McMichael replied:
Cashew butter would also work great! Really any nut butter should work, but peanut butter has a strong taste and may change the flavor a little bit. Regular yogurt works wonderfully, too! Simply adjust the amount for the desired thickness (since it’s not as thick as greek yogurt). Enjoy! 🙂
Crist says:
Loved this recipe as a base for some modifications i made:
1. removed the stevia
Added
2. 1 tbsp vegan carob chocolate chips
3. 1 tbsp raisins
4. 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
5. a bunch more cinnamon
6. more liquid
‘Twas so so delectable, totally felt like i was eating an oatmeal cookie, and smelled wickedly tasty
Christine McMichael replied:
Hi, Crist! Those sound like wonderful modifications. Love the addition of raisins! Glad you enjoyed the recipe!
Kat says:
This sounds so good! I will have to try this sometime soon. Is there anything you can use in replace of the yogurt?
Christine McMichael replied:
Thank you, Kat! 🙂 You could try coconut yogurt or almond milk!
BB Free says:
Making this for tomorrow. Something to look forward to on Monday.
Christine McMichael replied:
Perfect! Enjoy!!! 🙂
Kirsten Imhoff says:
Are you sure there is supposed to be 1 tablespoon of cinnamon???
Christine McMichael replied:
Hi, Kirsten! That was supposed be a teaspoon, so sorry about that! I’ve updated the recipe. Thank you for letting me know!
Renee @ The Good Hearted Woman says:
I am a big fan of overnight oat! This combination looks very tasty.
Christine McMichael replied:
Me too, they’re so great! Thanks, Renee! 🙂