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Brown Sugar Overnight Oats


  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 5 minutes (plus overnight refrigeration)
  • Yield: 1 serving (can be doubled/tripled) 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and delicious breakfast, these Brown Sugar Overnight Oats are a sweet, creamy, and hearty way to start your day. Prepared the night before, they’re a time-saving option for busy mornings and can be easily customized with your favorite toppings.


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup rolled oats

  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy like almond milk)

  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (for creaminess)

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt

  • Optional toppings: sliced bananas, berries, nuts, chia seeds, or more brown sugar


Instructions

  • In a mason jar or bowl, combine the oats, milk, Greek yogurt, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.

  • Stir well until everything is mixed together.

  • Seal the jar or cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator overnight (or for at least 4 hours).

  • In the morning, give the oats a good stir, and top with your favorite toppings, such as fresh fruit, nuts, or a drizzle of honey.

 

  • Serve cold or heat in the microwave if preferred warm.

Notes

  • Feel free to add more sweetener if you prefer a sweeter taste. You can substitute maple syrup or honey for the brown sugar.

  • For extra protein, you can add chia seeds or hemp seeds.

  • This recipe can be doubled or tripled for meal prepping throughout the week.

  • If you don’t have Greek yogurt, regular yogurt or even a plant-based yogurt alternative will work as well.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes (no cooking required)
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No-Cook (Overnight)
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: overnight oats, brown sugar oats, healthy breakfast, easy breakfast, make-ahead breakfast, sweet oats, oatmeal