Don’t have yogurt on hand or aren’t a fan? Make this easy, 3-ingredient overnight oats without yogurt. This quick recipe takes only five minutes to prep, so you’ll have plenty of time to pick out your favorite toppings! Make it the night before for a quick grab-and-go breakfast.
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I’m a fan of no-yogurt overnight oats because they literally take minutes to prep leaving me more time for my morning routine and getting my kiddo ready for school. She also loves these overnight oats too which is a huge win in my book. I often make them the night before and then in the morning we each get to add our favorite toppings and drizzles.
In addition, I always have these simple ingredients on hand in my kitchen (or pantry), so I know this recipe can always save me in a pinch!
I really like enjoying a cup of vegan matcha or turmeric latte alongside these overnight oats no yogurt. So good! If I’m feeling like something a little more substantial I’ll have this pineapple blueberry smoothie or blueberry strawberry smoothie alongside it with a scoop of protein powder.
Nutrition For Mental Health
As a nutritionist, I love oats. They are rich in manganese and a good source of complex carbohydrates, fiber, copper, vitamin B1, zinc, phosphorus, and magnesium.
Let’s dive into oats! β-Glucan is a soluble fiber found in oats. A randomized controlled trial found that participants who consumed β-Glucan from oats experienced decreased severity of headaches, anxiety, and feeling cold.
Ingredients + Substitutions
This healthy breakfast recipe uses three simple, plant-based ingredients. That’s it! This means you’ll have plenty of time to pick out your favorite toppings or drizzles. Also, here are some ingredient substitutions if you need them.
- Oats: Rolled oats are the perfect base that provides fiber to help maintain a feeling of fullness. Quick oats would also work well. I do not recommend using steel-cut oats at all. It will not turn out well.
- Milk: Unsweetened almond milk adds a light, nutty flavor and creamy texture without overpowering the oats. Alternatively, you could use soy milk, cashew nut milk, or hemp milk for a creamy option.
- Maple syrup: The perfect natural sweetener brings a subtle hint of maple flavor. Alternatively, agave nectar or date syrup are great options. For a sugar-free option, go with stevia.
- Protein powder: Boost the protein content with your favorite plant-based protein powder.
- Nut butter: For a different taste and added healthy fats, drizzle almond butter, peanut butter, or cashew butter on top.
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How To Make Overnight Oats No Yogurt
This overnight oats recipe without yogurt will be ready in minutes. Follow these simple step-by-step instructions for the perfect 5-minute breakfast.
- Add raw oats, milk, and maple syrup to a glass jar and stir until well combined.
- Cover with lid and store in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
- Serve with fresh berries, nut butter drizzle, or your favorite seeds on top for extra flavor and crunch (optional).
FAQ
You can enjoy creamy overnight oats without yogurt by using different types of milk and adding ingredients like chia seeds for thickness. (You can even make them with water too!)
It really just depends on personal preference. Both options can be creamy overnight oats. However, using dairy-free milk makes it easier to adjust for dietary restrictions.
The texture or flavor may be off if your oats aren’t fully soaked, the proportions are incorrect, or the ingredients aren’t combined well.
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Recipe
No Yogurt Overnight Oats
Ingredients
Overnight Oatmeal
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup non-dairy milk
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
Toppings
- 1 tablespoon nut butter of choice
- fresh berries
Instructions
- Add oats, milk, and maple syrup to a glass jar and stir until well combined.
- Cover with lid and store in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
- Serve with fresh berries and almond butter drizzle on top (optional).
Notes
For best results, store your overnight oats no Greek yogurt in an airtight container in the refrigerator. A glass container can help maintain freshness and prevent any odors from affecting the flavor. (If you make this overnight oats without yogurt recipe in a glass jar to start, just store it in that.)
Nutrition
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Reference
Wolever, T. M. S., Rahn, M., Dioum, E. H., Jenkins, A. L., Ezatagha, A., Campbell, J. E., & Chu, Y. (2021). Effect of Oat β-Glucan on Affective and Physical Feeling States in Healthy Adults: Evidence for Reduced Headache, Fatigue, Anxiety and Limb/Joint Pains. Nutrients, 13(5), 1534. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu13051534
This was delicious!
So glad you enjoyed it!