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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast

    Overnight Oatmeal in a Jar

    UPDATED Jan 18, 2019 · PUBLISHED Aug 12, 2015 BY Marjory Pilley · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Overnight Oatmeal in a Jar keeps busy mornings stress-free and healthy! Tips to customize the recipe and still enjoy it hot!

    Overnight Oatmeal

    Like it or not...back-to-school and fall festivities are just around the corner. And, although I am a self-proclaimed Dinner-Mom, I strongly believe that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Nobody leaves our house without a good breakfast!

    To that end, Breakfast has its own recipe category in the archives! (Breakfast for dinner anyone?!) Make ahead options in that category include Banana Oatmeal Cookies and Ham Quiche Cups.

    But, oatmeal is a perennial morning favorite at my house and it doesn't get any easier than prepping several servings the night before to enjoy the rest of the week. And, it's anything but boring. We've rounded up lots of mix and match options for inspiration.

    Overnight Oatmeal Tips and Tricks

    Use good old fashioned whole oats for this overnight oatmeal recipe. The quick cooking kind are too processed and powdery and steel cut oats are too hearty. But, old fashioned oats are just right!

    By the way, if you're a fan of the steel cut variety, check out these directions to make steel cut oatmeal in a crockpot.

    Overnight Oats in a Jar

    Add oats to a mason jar or glass container with a tight fitting lid. Pint-sized mason jars allow plenty of room for toppings!

    Next add the desired amount of liquid, such as milk, rice milk, almond milk or even water. The general rule is equal amounts of liquid and oats. If you like your oatmeal creamy, then add a tablespoon or so more. If thick and chewy is your style, then stir in a little less liquid.

    Toppings for Overnight Oats in a Jar

    Stir in the flavor. These goodies go in at the time of assembly:

    • Chia seeds (these nicely soak up some of the liquid too!)
    • Flax seed (can also be sprinkled on at serving time)
    • Cinnamon
    • Vanilla extract
    • Maple syrup, honey or other sweetener to taste
    • Peanut butter or nut butters/seed butters

    Allow the oatmeal to soak up the liquid and goodies at least two hours or up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

    Blueberry Compote with Fresh Berries

    Come breakfast time, pull out fresh and dried fruit, nuts, granola and chocolate chips to top off the oatmeal. Or spoon some blueberry compote over the top!

    It's no problem if you're a hot oatmeal kind of person. Spoon the oatmeal into a bowl and warm it in the microwave for 30 seconds to the minute and then add your toppings.

    Either way, breakfast is served in a matter of minutes. And, that's just what you need on a busy morning!

    Overnight Oatmeal

    Overnight Oatmeal

    Overnight Oatmeal in a Jar keeps busy mornings stress-free and healthy!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 1 serving
    Calories: 230kcal
    Author: Marjory Pilley

    Ingredients

    • ¾ cup whole oats
    • ¾ cup water or milk of any kind

    Overnight Mix-in Ingredients

    • Flax seed about 1 Tablespoon per serving
    • Chia seeds about 1 Tablespoon per serving
    • Cinnamon about ⅛ teaspoon per serving
    • Vanilla extract about ⅛ teaspoon per serving
    • Honey about 1 Tablespoon per serving
    • Maple syrup about 1 Tablespoon per serving
    • Sugar or other sweetener to taste
    • Nut butters Up to ¼ cup per serving

    Day of Toppings

    • Fresh fruit
    • Dried Fruit
    • Fruit Compote or apple butter
    • Chopped Nuts
    • Chocolate Chips
    • Coconut
    • Granola

    Instructions

    • Combine oats, liquid and desired overnight mix-in ingredients in a glass container with a tight lid.
    • Refrigerate jar overnight or up to 3 days.
    • If desired, transfer oatmeal to a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 30 seconds to a minute.
    • When ready to enjoy, spoon your favorite toppings on top!

    Notes

    Add approx. 1 Tablespoon more liquid for creamy oatmeal and less liquid for thicker oatmeal.
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 219mg | Fiber: 6g | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 2.6mg
    Nutritional and Food Safety Disclaimer

    More delicious oatmeal recipes ideas to try:

    • Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal from My Whole Food Life
    • Blueberry Cheesecake Oatmeal from Food, Faith, Fitness
    • Pumpkin Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies from The Lemon Bowl
    • Peach Cobbler Oatmeal from Spoonful of Flavor

    Pin this visual recipe for Overnight Oatmeal for quick reference!

    Overnight Oatmeal in a Jar Recipe

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    1. Martha @ A Family Feast

      August 12, 2015 at 3:38 pm

      Great tips and tricks Marjory! I've attempted overnight oatmeal before - but didn't have much luck (the consistency was off). You've inspired me to try again!

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    2. The Food Hunter

      August 12, 2015 at 5:01 pm

      Great tips...this is such a fun thing to do too.

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    3. Amanda @ The Kitcheneer

      August 12, 2015 at 5:43 pm

      Thanks for the tips! I love overnight oats! There are so many ways to dress it up!

      Reply
    4. Lora @cakeduchess

      August 12, 2015 at 10:15 pm

      I'm all about breakfast and even wake up extra early to make sure something yummy is ready to wake everyone up (not easy when school starts...hahaha). Love all the tips and flavor ideas for something so simple! I'm inspired!!

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    5. Angie | Big Bear's Wife

      August 13, 2015 at 10:38 am

      I'm so bad about eating Breakfast in the mornings! I am always rushed and I never have anything to grab and go with! I need to make a few of these and stock my fridge! I'm thinking that Vanilla extract and maple syrup would be a winner!

      Reply
    6. heather | girlichef

      August 13, 2015 at 9:29 pm

      Overnight oats are one of those things I've been meaning to try forever, but haven't yet. I can't believe how simple it is - how perfect for school days. And since I have everything I need to make some, I really should head into the kitchen and get tomorrow morning's breakfast ready!

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    7. Cookin Canuck

      August 14, 2015 at 10:04 am

      I'm a stickler about breakfast, too - no child of mine is heading off to school without a good breakfast! 🙂 Overnight oats are such a great idea for school days. Less work in the morning is always a good thing!

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    8. Colleen (Souffle Bombay)

      August 17, 2015 at 12:08 pm

      My kids would love to try this! I like how easy and how many flavor possibilities their are...never saw oatmeal made this way...cool!

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    9. Judith

      May 21, 2016 at 9:05 am

      5 stars
      I just tried this, and it tastes so good! I can't wait to try other combinations. I have a question on the flax seeds. I added some to my overnight oatmeal, but I read online that whole flax seeds go undigested, and just pass through your system. Do you know if the flax seeds break down in overnight oatmeal? I really want to incorporate them into every single overnight oatmeal combo I make, and want to make sure I'm getting the nutrients out of them. Thank you in advance if you can answer this !

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      • Marjory

        May 24, 2016 at 8:39 am

        Hi! I'm so glad you enjoyed the recipe! I really don't know what happens to whole flax seeds that sit overnight. I add ground flax seed, which I understand is more easily digested.

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        • Judith

          May 24, 2016 at 10:00 am

          okay, then I'll just use ground flax seed. Thank you!

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    10. Nina Stark

      February 05, 2019 at 7:39 am

      5 stars
      This looks so good...going to order some gluten free oats this morning...thx

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