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Brown Sugar Overnight Oats

Brown Sugar Overnight Oats

This Brown Sugar Overnight Oats recipe is a creamy, cozy, and comforting make-ahead breakfast that combines rolled oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and Greek yogurt for a delicious start to your day — perfect for busy mornings, postpartum recovery, and clean eating meal prep.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 jar
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 3/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • mason jar or bowl
  • spoon for mixing
  • measuring spoons
  • measuring cups
  • refrigerator

Method
 

  1. In a small mason jar or bowl, combine the oats, brown sugar, chia seeds, and cinnamon. Stir everything together to ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
  2. Pour in the milk, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract. Stir well until all the oats are moistened and the chia seeds are evenly mixed in.
  3. Taste a small spoonful before refrigerating. If desired, adjust sweetness with more brown sugar or maple syrup.
  4. Cover the jar or bowl and refrigerate for at least six hours or overnight to allow oats and chia seeds to absorb the liquid.
  5. In the morning, stir the oats well. Add a splash of milk if the texture is too thick. Top with sliced banana, nuts, or extra brown sugar if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 11gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 330mgFiber: 7gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 350IUCalcium: 270mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize your oats with seasonal variations like pumpkin puree in fall, chocolate chips for a dessert twist, or coconut milk and tropical fruit for a non-dairy version. Top with nuts, fruit, or a drizzle of almond butter for added texture and flavor. Make several jars ahead of time for effortless weekday breakfasts.

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