Description
Mixed Berry Overnight Oat and Yogurt Parfaits are a creamy, fruity, and wholesome make-ahead breakfast. Layers of soft oats, tangy Greek yogurt, and juicy berries come together for a balanced, satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy mornings.
Ingredients
- For the Oat Layer:
- 1/3 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any preferred milk)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon flavoring of choice (vanilla protein powder, maple syrup, or instant pudding mix)
- For the Yogurt Layer:
- 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional)
- For the Berry Layer:
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, or any fruit blend)
Instructions
- Prepare a 12-ounce mason jar or small container.
- Combine oats, almond milk, cinnamon, and flavoring in the jar. Stir until well mixed.
- In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with cinnamon and sugar (if using).
- Spoon the yogurt mixture over the oat layer.
- Top with frozen mixed berries.
- Seal the jar with a lid and refrigerate overnight (at least 4 hours).
- In the morning, stir and enjoy cold, or microwave the oat layer before adding yogurt and berries for a warm version.
Notes
- Use fresh berries when in season for extra flavor.
- Add chia seeds or flaxseed for extra nutrition.
- Top with nuts, granola, or coconut just before serving for texture.
- If the oats are too thick, stir in a splash of milk before eating.
- Can be prepped up to 5–6 days in advance and stored sealed in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-cook / Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait jar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
