Easy Creamy Overnight Oats Without Milk
A simple overnight oats recipe with 3 non-dairy, shelf-stable ways to add flavor and creamy texture.
Servings 1
Calories 197kcal
Equipment
- 12-16 ounce jar, bowl, or other container
Ingredients
Base Recipe
- ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 2 teaspoons chia seeds
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 pinch salt
- 1-3 teaspoons maple syrup (or preferred sweetener to taste)
Variations (see note):
Protein Variation
- ¼ cup preferred protein powder
- ¾ cup water
Nondairy Milk Powder Variation
- 3 Tablespoons plant-based milk powder (or preferred milk powder)
- ⅔ cup water
Nut Butter Variation
- 2 Tablespoons nut or seed butter (Recommend 1 tablespoon if using tahini)
- ⅔ cup water
Instructions
- In a 12 to 16-ounce jar, bowl, or bag, add the oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt. If using protein powder and/or milk powder, add them as well. Using a fork or spoon, stir until all dry ingredients are well combined.
- Pour in the water and stir again until all ingredients are combined, free of clumps or pockets of dry ingredients.
- If desired, add granulated sweetener to taste and mix well.
- Cover the container and refrigerate overnight or for at least 2 hours.
- If using, stir in the nut butter and/or liquid sweetener at this time. Give the mixture a final stir.
- Top with your desired toppings, and serve.
- Once liquid is added, overnight oats can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or the freezer for up to 3 months.
Notes
Add one, multiple, or all variations. If using protein powder, increase the water to ¾ cup. Otherwise, use ⅔ cup of water.
*Nutrition facts are for base recipe only. Nutrition facts will vary based on toppings, substitutions, and brands.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 197kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 222mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 2mg
