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Overnight Muesli and Chia Seed Oats Recipe

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A quick and healthy Overnight Oats recipe that requires just 5 minutes of prep. Made with oats or homemade muesli, chia seeds, nut butter, milk, and topped with your favorite fruit, this easy no-cook breakfast is perfect for a nutritious start to your day. Simply prepare the night before, refrigerate, and enjoy chilled in the morning.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup homemade muesli, or ⅓ cup old-fashioned oats plus ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 tablespoon almond butter or peanut butter

Liquid

  • ½ cup milk of choice for a very thick consistency, or up to ⅔ cup milk for a lighter consistency

Toppings

  • ½ cup fruit (fresh or frozen blueberries, raspberries, or sliced fresh strawberries)
  • Drizzle of maple syrup or honey, if desired

Instructions

  1. Combine dry ingredients and nut butter: In a jar or bowl (a 1-pint mason jar works well), combine the homemade muesli (or oats mixed with cinnamon), chia seeds, and nut butter. Add a small splash of milk to help mix the nut butter into the oats evenly.
  2. Add remaining milk and mix: Pour in the rest of the milk and stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients, ensuring there are no clumps.
  3. Top with fruit: Add your choice of fruit on top. If using more than ½ cup milk or delicate fruits like banana or apple that don’t store well, wait to add them just before serving to maintain freshness.
  4. Refrigerate overnight: Secure the lid on the jar and refrigerate the mixture overnight or for up to 5 days to allow the oats and chia seeds to soak and soften.
  5. Serve chilled: When ready to eat, add a drizzle of maple syrup or honey if desired and enjoy straight from the fridge.

Notes

  • Use old-fashioned oats for best texture; instant oats may become too mushy.
  • Adjust milk quantity to achieve your preferred thickness.
  • Chia seeds add fiber and help thicken the mixture.
  • Nut butter adds protein and healthy fats, but can be substituted or omitted if desired.
  • Fresh or frozen berries work great and can be mixed or topped depending on preference.
  • If preparing multiple servings ahead, keep fruit separate to avoid sogginess.

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