This blended overnight oats recipe came about this summer as I tried to find the perfect weekday breakfast for my husband. He works in an office and needs something easy to eat before he has his morning coffee. It was a no-brainer when I realized I could prep this recipe on the weekend and the jars would be grat for a grab-and-go breakfast! This recipe can be followed exactly or you can substitute non-dairy milk and yogurt. I’ve also made this recipe with kefir instead of whole milk yogurt and it was delicious!
Blended overnight oats are smoother than regular overnight oats and resemble more of an apple sauce consistency. This texture also makes it much easier to add protein powder or frozen berries. I would recommend checking out the variations I included below for ideas on how to flavor your overnight oats.
The benefits of overnight oats
When you soak your oats before eating them, it’s like cooking them without heat. This process helps break down the starches and reduce phytic acid making the oats easier to digest and their nutrients easier for our bodies to absorb. You also want to make sure you’re always buying organic oats that are not treated with any chemicals, as they are a crop very commonly sprayed with pesticides. Additionally, blended overnight oats are even more broken down (because they’re blended), making them even easier to digest.
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Recipe variations
This recipe is for plain overnight oats with a touch of sweetness from the maple syrup. If you want to flavor the actual overnight oats in addition to adding toppings, check out these ideas below. My husband’s favorite is when I add frozen berries when blending and then top with peanut butter and jam.
- Add ½ cup of frozen berries when blending up the mixture for berry-blended oats
- Add a tablespoon of chia seeds after blending
- Add roasted nuts and seeds to the oats after blending
Ingredients and supplies you will need:
Ingredients:
- Organic Old fashioned oats
- Whole milk Greek yogurt
- Whole milk, I usually use raw or A2
- Maple syrup
- Protein powder: I like to use a mixture of collagen powder and my favorite protein powder
- a good mineral salt
Supplies
8 oz jars, or other small jars or you can also use any other small glass container
How to serve blended overnight oats
When I make this recipe, I like to fill the jars about 3/4 of the way full and leave space at the top for toppings. There are tons of great options and you can just raid your pantry for inspiration. My favorite toppings are: peanut butter and jam, fresh berries, sourdough granola, nuts and seeds, or more yogurt when serving the oats. You can also warm up the oats if you prefer a hot breakfast, just be sure to add more liquid to the pan when you do.
Blended Overnight Oats Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 1 1/2 cup whole milk greek yogurt
- 1 1/2 cup whole milk
- 4 TBSP TBSP maple syrup You can also sweeten to taste
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Using a food processor, blend oats until they resemble a chunky powder
- Add milk, yogurt, maple syrup, and salt, blending to form a cohesive mixture
- Add protein powder and pulse until incorporated
- Pour the mixture into small jars and allow the mixture to thicken in the fridge for a few hours before adding toppings
- Once the overnight oats are more solidified, you can add toppings such as peanut butter or berries
- Enjoy the oats cold or heat them if you prefer (just be sure to add additional liquid before warming)
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