You know what's great? Starting the day with a healthy homemade breakfast. You know what's not so great? Waking up early to make it. It's true—getting up and preparing a healthy breakfast is kind of a drag, especially if you're not a morning person. For those of us who fall into that category, overnight oatmeal is the perfect solution to having a healthy homemade breakfast without requiring an early morning wake-up. Overnight oats can be prepared the night before so they're ready to grab-n-gobble in the morning. The best part? They're completely customizable and totally portable, making them the ideal breakfast for busy moms.
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Breakfast doesn't get much simpler (or cheaper) than overnight oats. Another perk is that you can change the entire flavor by mixing up the add-ins or what you top them with in the morning. If you've never made them, don't worry. They are super easy to put together. Here are some great overnight oatmeal recipes for you to try to get you started.
Strawberry overnight oats are a crowd pleaser.
Strawberry overnight oats take just five minutes to prepare the night before, and the recipe—which includes Greek yogurt and chia seeds—is packed with protein and has a simple-enough flavor profile that even picky kids will be totally into this breakfast. Get the full recipe at Maple + Mango.
Start your day off with cookies and oats!
Your kids will definitely want some of this! Look at it! It’s absolutely irresistible. Add a cup of coffee and it will be like you started your day off in heaven. Also, it has 19 grams of protein to fuel you for the day. Get the recipe here.
How about some cherry chocolate overnight oats?
There is something spectacular about the combination of cherries and chocolate. They just work so well together. Add oats to the mix and you’ve got yourself a scrumptious breakfast you’ll want to make time and time again. Get the recipe at My Whole Food Life.
Use steel-cut oats and go crazy with the toppings.
Steel-cut oats are less processed than rolled oats. They have a nuttier flavor and texture and don't get mushy like rolled oats do. If you make a batch of plain steel-cut oats overnight, you can top them with all sorts of things. Get the recipe and topping ideas at Feel Good Foodie.
If you like cookie dough, you must try this cookie dough overnight oats recipe.
Who says you can’t have cookies or cookie dough for breakfast? Not us! This recipe is full of flavor and protein so it's not like you're actually just eating cookies for breakfast. You and your kids will love it. Get the recipe here.
Peanut butter and jelly overnight oats for peanut butter and jelly lovers.
Think of all the different jellies you can use on this incredibly easy to prepare overnight oats recipe that gets made in the refrigerator. The prep time is only 10 minutes. Get the recipe here.
Overnight oats with a blueberry-cashew cream that taste decadent.
When combined with banana, blueberries, and milk, overnight oats take on an ooey-gooey consistency that looks and tastes like caramel. How sweet is that? Very. The best part is that it tastes decadent while being good for you. Get the full recipe at Naturally Sassy.
Green monster vegan overnight oats are sneaky!
They are sneaky because they end up being green from the greens you sneak into them. Ripe bananas and creamy almond milk give this meal a sweet kick, and the greens give you a boost of essential vitamins and minerals. Get the recipe at Oh She Glows.
Peanut butter and banana overnight oats are like dessert.
This combo delivers a one-two punch of filling fiber and fueling protein. Oh, and it tastes like a dreamy, creamy peanut butter oatmeal cookie. So it has that going for it, as well. Get the recipe at Domesticate Me.
Cocoa banana overnight oats that will make you want morning to come faster.
This chocolate and honey overnight oatmeal is so decadent and creamy, you'll want to savor every last bite. Is it weird that we want to add whipped cream to it? Get the recipe at My Fussy Eater.
Blackberry mojito overnight oats for a fun breakfast cocktail.
Morning mojito, anyone? Whether you make it with or without rum, this overnight oatmeal mojito is sure to get you off on the right foot. It's also a beautiful looking meal. Get the recipe at spabettie.
Mango almond oatmeal you can make in the fridge.
Light and fruity, this overnight oatmeal is like a mini vacay for your mouth and perfect for when mangoes are in season. It also has chia seeds and Greek yogurt, so you know it's filling and satisfying. Get the recipe at The Yummy Life.
Overnight slow cooker banana and coconut milk oats for a warm breakfast.
Not a fan of cold oatmeal? Toss your oatmeal fixings into a slow cooker, then set the timer and go to sleep. Wake up the next morning to the aroma of fresh-made oatmeal. Get the recipe and cooking instructions at The Yummy Life.
Cinnamon roll overnight oats for all of the flavor and none of the guilt.
Warning: You will get addicted to this cinnamon roll flavored oatmeal! It tastes just like the real thing and it leaves you feeling way better and more energized! Get the recipe at My Whole Food Life.
Say "buenos días" to almond butter chocolate overnight oats.
This chocolately, almond buttery oatmeal is so delish, you won't be able to stop at just one helping. You might want to make an extra big batch. You've been warned! Get the recipe at My Wholefood Life.
Banana nut overnight oats that will have you happily rolling out of bed.
If you like banana nut bread, you're going to love this yummy banana nut refrigerator oatmeal. Made with maple syrup, chopped pecans, and fresh-cut bananas, this healthy twist on the breakfast treat is absolutely crave-worthy. Get the recipe at A Beautiful Mess.
