Description
Creamy lemon blueberry overnight oats bursting with bright citrus flavor and naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup. This easy no-cook recipe packs over 14 grams of protein per serving, making it an ideal, nutritious meal prep breakfast for busy mornings. The combination of Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and oats creates a satisfying texture, while fresh or frozen blueberries add a vibrant color and antioxidant boost.
Ingredients
Wet ingredients:
- Zest from 1 medium lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 to 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, to taste
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 cup rolled oats
Mix-ins:
- ½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
For topping and serving:
- Blueberry jam, optional for layering
- Your favorite granola
- Lemon zest
- Extra blueberries
Instructions
- Prepare the wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, add the lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, Greek yogurt, unsweetened almond milk, pure maple syrup, almond extract, and vanilla extract. Whisk together until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- Add dry ingredients: Stir in the chia seeds and rolled oats thoroughly, ensuring everything is evenly mixed and the oats begin absorbing the liquids.
- Incorporate blueberries: Gently fold in the fresh or frozen blueberries. Using frozen blueberries is recommended as it adds a lovely purple color to the oats.
- Refrigerate overnight: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight. This allows the oats and chia seeds to soak and soften properly.
- Assemble to serve: When ready to eat, divide the overnight oats into two 12-ounce mason jars or bowls. Optionally, layer a spoonful of blueberry jam or extra blueberries in the middle for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Add toppings: Top each jar with your favorite granola, additional lemon zest, and a few fresh blueberries for garnish and extra texture.
Notes
- Use frozen blueberries to achieve a vibrant purple hue and chill the oats nicely.
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup according to your preferred sweetness level.
- You can substitute almond milk with any milk of your choice, such as cow’s milk or oat milk.
- This recipe can be prepared up to 3 days in advance, making it perfect for meal prepping.
- If you prefer thicker oats, reduce the milk slightly or increase the oats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
