Blueberry Overnight Oats
Blueberry Overnight Oats is an excellent way to start your day. Using a mason jar makes it portable so it’s perfect to take to work for breakfast or lunch.
If you’re looking for a breakfast that feels effortless yet nourishing, these Blueberry Overnight Oats are about to become your new morning favorite. Creamy, lightly sweet, and bursting with juicy blueberries, this make-ahead breakfast is perfect for busy weekdays when you want something wholesome without extra prep.
Overnight oats shine because of their simple, no-cook preparation. You combine oats, milk, yogurt, and natural sweetness without turning on the stove. As they chill overnight, the oats soften and absorb flavor into a creamy texture. It’s effortless breakfast magic by morning.
Blueberries truly shine in this recipe. Whether you use fresh or frozen, they add natural sweetness and a pop of color to every bite. As they sit overnight, some of their juices blend into the oats, creating beautiful swirls of purple and subtle fruity flavor throughout. For even more texture and nutrition, you can stir in chia seeds, flaxseed, or a handful of chopped nuts.
These Blueberry Overnight Oats are also incredibly customizable. Add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter start to your day. Top with extra blueberries, sliced bananas, granola, or almond butter for added crunch and staying power. You can even layer the oats and blueberries in a jar for a pretty, grab-and-go breakfast that feels a little special.
Beyond convenience and flavor, this recipe is packed with benefits. Oats provide fiber to keep you full, blueberries offer antioxidants, and yogurt adds protein and probiotics. Together, they create a balanced meal that fuels your morning and supports overall wellness.
Simple, creamy, and naturally sweet, these Blueberry Overnight Oats make healthy eating feel easy—and delicious—from the very first spoonful.
Blueberry Overnight Oats
Ingredients
Oats
- 1/2 cup plus 2 Tbsp Old fashioned oats
- 1/2 Cup Almond milk
- 5 Tbsp Plain Greek yogurt I use Fage 0 fat
- 1/4 Tsp Vanilla
- 1 Tbsp Maple syrup
- 1/2 Cup Fresh blueberries
- 1 Tbsp Chia seeds
Blueberry Chia Jam
- 2 Cups Fresh blueberries
- 1 Tsp Lemon zest
- 2 Tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp Maple syrup
- 2 Tbsp Chia seeds
- 1/2 Tsp Vanilla
Garnish/Topping
- Fresh blueberries
- Ganola
- Nuts
Instructions
- In a mason jar add all the ingredients for the oats. Stir well to combine.
- Make the chia jam by adding all the ingredients to a small saucepan over medium heat. When the blueberries begin to burst smash them with the back of a wooden spoon. Increase the heat to medium high until it comes to a boil. Cook, stirring often for 5-8 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool and thicken. Taste and add more sweetener if needed.
- Into your mason jar stir in 1 tablespoon of the chia jam.
- Leave the oats in the fridge overnight or at least 4 hours.
- Before eating add 1 tablespoon chia jam, fresh blueberries and your favorite toppings.