How to make overnight oats by mixing and refrigerating overnight
Combine oats with liquid and mix-ins, then cover and refrigerate overnight to soften and thicken without cooking.
Mix oats with chia seeds, coconut milk, Greek yogurt, and fruit until evenly combined. Cover with a lid and leave in the fridge overnight so the oats hydrate and the mixture sets.
The short version
- Cover and refrigerate overnight to hydrate oats without cooking.
- Chia seeds help thicken as they gel in liquid.
What you need
- lidded container/jarAny fridge-safe container with a lid
How to do it
- 1
Add oats, chia seeds, coconut milk, Greek yogurt, and mashed mango to a container.
Use a container with a lid for easy storage.
Watch this step - 2
Mix thoroughly until everything is evenly combined.
Scrape the sides/bottom so dry oats don’t clump.
Watch this step - 3
Put a lid on and refrigerate overnight.
Overnight chilling is what softens the oats and thickens the mixture.
Watch this step
What goes wrong
Not mixing well, leaving dry pockets of oats or chia
Stir until uniform, scraping the bottom and sides before chilling.
Why it works
Time in the fridge lets oats absorb liquid and chia gel, thickening the mixture without heat.
Put it to use
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