Cookie Dough Overnight Oats (Printable Version)

Creamy overnight oats with cookie dough flavor, chocolate chips and nut butter for a satisfying breakfast.

# Ingredient List:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Cookie Dough Mix-Ins

09 - 2 tablespoons almond butter or peanut butter
10 - 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture is uniform.
02 - Add almond butter to the oat mixture and mix vigorously until fully blended and no streaks remain. Ensure the nut butter is evenly distributed throughout.
03 - Gently fold in mini chocolate chips and chopped nuts if using. Distribute evenly to ensure every serving gets the cookie dough texture.
04 - Cover the bowl or jar tightly with a lid. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, to allow oats to soften and flavors to meld.
05 - In the morning, give the oats a thorough stir to redistribute any settled ingredients. If the consistency is too thick, add an extra splash of milk to reach desired texture.
06 - Serve the oats chilled. Top with additional mini chocolate chips or a drizzle of nut butter for extra indulgence if desired.

# Tips from hearthlykitchen:

01 -
  • It tastes like dessert but fuels you through a morning meetings marathon
  • You can make five jars in ten minutes and actually enjoy waking up
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  • Don't be alarmed by how thick the mixture looks before chilling, those chia seeds work their magic overnight
  • These keep in the fridge for up to five days, so doubling the recipe is always a smart move
03 -
  • Use a mason jar with a wide mouth for easier stirring and less mess
  • Let it sit on the counter for 10 minutes before eating if you prefer it slightly less cold

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