Make overnight oats by mixing and chilling for a couple hours or overnight
Combine oats, dairy/liquid, and flavorings, then refrigerate for at least a couple hours (or overnight) so the oats hydrate.
Mix your oats with yogurt/milk and any add-ins, then refrigerate. Letting it sit for a couple hours or overnight gives the oats time to soften and the mixture to set for a ready-to-eat breakfast.
The short version
- Chill time can be a couple hours or overnight
- Mix well before chilling for even hydration
How to do it
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Add oats, yogurt, milk, and flavorings/add-ins to a container.
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Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.
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Refrigerate for a couple hours or overnight before eating.
Longer chilling generally means softer, more set oats.
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Why it works
Oats absorb liquid over time; chilling allows hydration and thickening without cooking.
Put it to use
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How to make overnight oats by mixing and chilling for a few hours
Combine oats with milk and yogurt (plus mix-ins), then refrigerate for at least a few hours so it sets into overnight oats.
How to make overnight oats by soaking oats in the fridge
Mix oats with milk and yogurt, cover, and refrigerate overnight so the oats hydrate and set into a ready-to-eat breakfast.