Blueberry Overnight Oats with Yogurt

These blueberry overnight oats with yogurt are the perfect solution for anyone who hates wasting time in the morning to make breakfast. They call for only 5 ingredients, and can easily be made ahead and kept in the fridge for days. This means you can grab a healthy homemade breakfast even when you're in a hurry.

What Are Overnight Oats?

Overnight oats are essentially oatmeal that doesn’t need to be cooked. This can save you a ton of time, especially if your mornings are usually too busy to eat breakfast. They’re called overnight oats, because all you have to do is let them soak overnight.

The soaking also makes them much easier to digest. While oats soak, their starches break down, which not only improves their digestibility, but also greatly reduces their physic acid, which makes them more easily absorbed by your body. You don’t get that by just heating oats in the microwave or on the stove.

If you want to learn more about what overnight oats are and how to make the perfect batch, check out this article on how to make overnight oats.

Are Overnight Oats Healthy?

Traditional overnight oats have only two basic ingredients: rolled oats and milk. They’re homemade, which means you can easily control what ingredients you’re using, and always opt for real food. Most overnight oats recipes are:

• High in fibre
• Low in fat
• Low in calories
• Easily made vegan and gluten free

What's so Great About Blueberry Overnight Oats?

• Easy to make – just 5 minutes of prep!
• Made from healthy, real food ingredients
• Delicious breakfast or snack
• Perfect for meal prep
• Naturally vegan and gluten free
• High in protein and low in calories

Ingredients You’ll Need to Make Blueberry Overnight Oats

This overnight oatmeal is as easy to make as it can be. All you need is a mason jar or a lidded container, and five 5 very basic ingredients:

Rolled oats - make sure to use old-fashioned rolled oats for a chewy texture. Quick, or instant oats will make the oatmeal mushy, and steel cut oats don’t absorb liquid in the same way and need to be soaked longer.

Plain yogurt - this recipe works great with any type of yogurt, dairy or non-dairy. If you use Greek yogurt, the consistency may be a bit thicker in the morning. In that case, simply add a splash of milk (my go-to choice is almond milk) before you dig in.

If you want to make your own vegan yogurt, here’s a recipe for homemade yogurt that is healthier, cheaper and tastier than store bought.

Plant-based milk - use unsweetened almond milk like I did, or any other milk of your choice, such as soy or oat.

Blueberries - you can use either frozen or fresh blueberries. I like using fresh blueberries when they’re in season, and frozen wild blueberries in the winter. If you’re using frozen blueberries, make sure you use about a tablespoon of milk less, since the berries will release some liquid as they defrost during the night. Frozen blueberries will also give the oats a lovely purple colour.

Maple syrup - add some maple syrup, agave syrup or honey for sweetness.

How to Make Blueberry Overnight Oats

This recipe takes only about 5 minutes to throw together! Mix all the ingredients in a mason jar, close the lid, shake the jar, and refrigerate overnight for at least 4-5 hours.

In the morning, stir the oats and add a splash of milk for a thinner consistency, then top them with fresh blueberries, and a drizzle of maple syrup.

Make This Recipe Your Own

One of the best things about overnight oats is how customisable they are. You can adjust the recipe to meet your needs and add your favourite mix-ins and toppings.

• Make it vegan: use plant-based milk, such as soy, almond, oat or rice, and plant-based yogurt, such as soy or oat.
• Make it gluten free: use certified gluten-free oats.
• Make it sugar free: leave out the sweetener and make sure to use unsweetened yogurt.
• Mix in: more fruits, nuts, nut butter, spices and seeds.
• Add your favourite toppings: such as berries, banana, coconut flakes, cacao nibs, chia seeds, and chopped nuts.

Blueberry Overnight Oats FAQs

How long can I keep overnight oats in the fridge?

Overnight oats can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days – the longer they sit, the mushier they will become.

If you don’t like your oatmeal on the super-creamy side, a great tip for making a batch that would last a week is to put all the dry ingredients in your little containers at the start of the week, and then simply add the liquid the night before.

Can I warm up overnight oats or should I eat them cold?

While some overnight oats can be reheated, I wouldn't recommend eating these blueberry overnight oats warm, as they’re made with yogurt.

How many calories are in blueberry overnight oats?

One serving of these overnight oats has approximately 200 calories, 6 grams of protein and 4 grams of fat.

More Overnight Oats

If you're a fan of overnight oats, check out these recipes:

• Banana Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
• Basic Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
• Traditional Bircher Muesli
• Yogurt Overnight Oats
• Matcha Overnight Oats

Click here for a complete listing of overnight oats recipes!