Brown Sugar Overnight Oats (Printable)

Rich, creamy oats sweetened with brown sugar and cinnamon—perfect make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Oats and Liquids

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
03 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt)
04 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar

→ Flavorings

05 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Toppings

07 - ½ banana, sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans
09 - Fresh berries or apple slices, as desired

# Method:

01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine the oats, milk, Greek yogurt, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and the brown sugar has dissolved.
02 - Cover the container tightly with a lid and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight. This allows the oats to soften and absorb the liquid, creating a creamy texture.
03 - In the morning, remove from refrigeration and give the oats a good stir. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.
04 - Top the chilled oats with banana slices, chopped nuts, and fresh berries or apple slices. Serve immediately while cold.

# Insider Tips:

01 -
  • Your morning self will thank your evening self for doing the work ahead of time
  • The brown sugar melts into tiny pockets of sweetness throughout every spoonful
02 -
  • Mason jars are cute, but wide-mouth containers make stirring so much easier
  • These keep for 3 days in the fridge, so you can batch prep without worry
03 -
  • Use really good vanilla—it makes a surprising difference in cold preparations
  • Let the jar sit on the counter for 10 minutes before eating if you hate ice-cold breakfast

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