Overnight oats jars are all the rage right now. It is probably because they are easy, healthy, and waiting in the refrigerator anytime you are ready! The self-described Healthy Grocery Girl, Megan Roosevelt was recently in the kitchen with Debbie Matenopoulos on the Home & Family Show, which airs weekdays at 10 am ET/PT on Hallmark Channel, showing us how to prepare an overnight oatmeal jars. She shared three healthy overnight oats recipes and I have been permission to share them with you here.
Overnight oats are a convenient and delicious breakfast option that you can prepare the night before. Megan Roosevelt explains oatmeal is good for you and that sprouted grains are easier to digest and the body absorbs the nutrients easier. She also suggests using organic ingredients whenever possible. Here she shares three healthy overnight oats mason jar recipes: banana nut, spiced chai, and peanut butter & jelly.
3 Healthy Overnight Oatmeal Recipes
I hope you have fun trying these three easy, healthy oatmeal recipes at your home.
Before we get started sharing these overnight oats mason jar recipes, I want to address a common question.
What size mason jar for overnight oats?
A lot of people ask what size mason jar to use for overnight oats. Believe it or not, the overnight oats jar size really isn’t that important. You can use any size that suits you really but I think the best jars for overnight oats are 8 oz mason jars. The reason I suggest an 8 ounce mason jar is that makes a perfect single serving size. The recommended serving size for oatmeal is 1/2 cup so once you mix it with liquid at a 1:1 ratio, it fits pretty perfectly. The overnight oats jar recipes below make two servings and they call for two 8 oz mason jars.
Do you have to make overnight oats in a jar?
Absolutely not. You can use a bowl or tupperware or whatever suits you best but jars are nice because they are made of glass. This means they don’t interact with your food, they are easy to reuse, and they come with a lid. If you don’t have any mason jars, you can just use regular jars. It is easy to make overnight oats in a peanut butter jar or a jelly jar.
Banana Nut Overnight Oats Recipe
Ingredients for Banana Nut Overnight Oatmeal
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup non-dairy milk (almond milk, soy milk, coconut milk, cashew milk, etc)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoons of chia seeds
- 1 medium ripe banana, sliced (topping)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (topping)
How To Make Banana Nut Overnight Oatmeal Jar
1) Add oats, non-dairy milk, chia seeds and vanilla extra into a medium size bowl and mix together
2) Divide evenly between two mason jars and top with sliced banana and chopped walnuts
3) Store in the refrigerator overnight and it will be ready in the morning!
Enjoy within 3 – 5 days
Spiced Chai Overnight Oats Mason Jar
Ingredients for Spiced Chai Overnight Oats
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup non-dairy milk
- HGG’s Easy Spiced Chai Blend (1 tablespoon cardamon, 1 tablespoon of nutmeg, 1 tablespoon of cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves, 1 tablespoon of ground ginger)
- 1 tablespoons of chia seeds
How To Make Spiced Chai Overnight Oats
1) Add oats, non-dairy milk & chia seeds into a medium size bowl and mix together
2) Divide into mason jars and stir in 1/2 teaspoon of chai spice blend per person
3) Top with chopped or slivered almonds for added protein and keep in the refrigerator overnight and until you’re ready to enjoy!
Consume within 3 -5 days
Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats Recipe
Ingredients for Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup non-dairy milk
- 2 tablespoons Strawberry Chia Jelly
- 2 tablespoons natural Organic peanut butter or almond butter (1 tablespoon per serving)
- 1 tbsp Raw unsalted peanuts (optional)
To Make Strawberry Chia Jelly
- 3 cups of strawberries
- 2 tablespoons of water
- 1or 2 tablespoons of chia seeds
How To Make Peanut Butter & Jelly Overnight Oats
1) Add oats, non-dairy milk & chia seeds in a bowl and mix together
2) Divide overnight oats into jars and keep in refrigerator overnight
3) Add strawberries, water and chia seeds into a blender and blend together on high for 20 -30 seconds. Store in a container in the refrigerator overnight and in the morning, you’ll have a yummy jelly!
4) In the morning, top your overnight oats with strawberry chia jelly and peanut butter. Enjoy!
Low Calorie Overnight Oats Recipes
If you are looking for low calorie overnight oats recipes, just use low calorie add-ins. Examples include unsweetened almond milk, plain low-fat Greek yogurt, Stevia or any other low-calorie sweetener.
Overnight oats can be a great option for weight loss as they are filling and can be customized with healthy ingredients. Consider a sprinkle of cinnamon as it may help regulate blood sugar.
Conclusion
I hope you enjoy these three healthy overnight oats jar recipes. Feel free to experiment with different flavor combinations and find what suits your taste preferences. Enjoy your delicious and nutritious overnight oats! Which one do you think will be your favorite?
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Claudia says
Why do you have to use non-dairy milk
Scarlet says
You don’t have to use non-dairy milk, she just suggests it as being better for you. In fact, she advocates for a vegan lifestyle.