2teaspoonschia seedsor ground flax seeds; optional, for extra nutrition and fiber
⅔cupmilkor kefir, any kind, or plant based milk for vegan/dairy-free; I used Lifeway Vanilla Whole-Milk Kefir
1tablespoonpeanut butteror almond butter; optional, for extra protein
½cupfresh berriesany kind; I used fresh blueberries
2teaspoonshoneyor maple syrup for vegan, to taste; optional, for extra sweetness
Instructions
Mix: Place the oats, spices, seeds and milk in a small jar and mix to combine (I used a working jar; a pint-sized Mason jar would work too). Mix in the nut butter if using, just enough to create some swirls in your oats.
Top: Wash and add the fresh berries on top of your oats, place the lid on your jar and refrigerate overnight or up to 2 days.
Enjoy: Mix the fresh berries in a little, top with honey or maple syrup if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
Oats: Quick cooking oats do not stand up well in this recipe as they tend to get too mushy overnight. If you have celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, make sure to use certified gluten free oats to avoid cross contamination issues with wheat.Storage: Overnight oats will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 4 days and work well for meal prep if you'd like to make ahead for the week.