Description
A refreshing and creamy lemon overnight oats recipe made with wholesome ingredients, offering a bright citrus flavor and a nourishing, make-ahead breakfast option.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings:
- Fresh berries
- Sliced almonds
- Coconut flakes
- Extra yogurt or lemon zest
Instructions
- Add rolled oats, chia seeds, and salt to a jar or airtight container and mix.
- Pour in milk and yogurt, then stir until well combined.
- Add maple syrup or honey and mix to sweeten.
- Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Stir well before serving and add a splash of milk if too thick.
- Top with desired toppings and serve.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Add more milk if oats become too thick.
- Use full-fat yogurt for creamier texture.
- Best prepared the night before.
- Customize with fruits or nuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook/Chilling
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
