Overnight oats
I’ve tried a fair few overnight oat recipes—some far too bland, others overwhelmingly sweet—so I eventually adapted my own version that’s simple, healthy, and perfect to prep the night before a busy morning. It’s also ideal if you’re on the go and want to take breakfast with you.
Overnight oats are one of those effortless make‑ahead breakfasts that make mornings feel easier: you just stir everything together, pop it in the fridge, and wake up to a creamy, ready‑to‑eat bowl.
With just a handful of ingredients, they’re quick to prep, full of fibre, endlessly customisable, and a satisfying start to the day the moment you open the fridge
Overnight oats
Ingredients
- 80 g porridge oats
- 250 ml almond milk
- 120 g flavoured yoghurt
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
Toppings
- handful of fruit scattered on top (fresh or frozen – see top tip)
- nuts and seeds
Instructions
- In an airtight container, add the oats, milk, yogurt and syrup together and stir until all combined.
- Place in the fridge overnight.
- When ready to serve, give your oats a good stir and tip half into a bowl and top with your fruit.
Top tip:
- You can use frozen fruit, I tend to take a handful out the night before so it's defrosted in time as you don't want to be biting into frozen fruit.