Blueberry overnight oats are a delicious and healthy way to start the day! An easy homemade blueberry compote is layered with oats that are soaked in yogurt and milk for a satisfying, higher protein breakfast.
In light of the new year and eating less sugar, I’ve created a fun overnight oats recipe.
Both the blueberry compote and the oats can be made the night before, which allows for more spare time in the morning.
For sweetness, I use maple syrup in the homemade blueberry compote and rely on that to sweeten the oats as well.
Vanilla and cinnamon are both excellent additions, as would be a few chopped walnuts or pumpkin seeds, depending on your allergy situation.
Ingredients and substitutions
- Blueberries – Fresh or frozen both work.
- Maple syrup – Honey will also work.
- Lemon juice
- Rolled oats – I wouldn’t use quick oats, as they tend to get too mushy.
- Sea salt
- Milk of your choice – Coconut milk is nice in this, as is cow’s milk.
- Greek yogurt
Recipe Steps
Step 1: Make your compote.
Add the blueberries, maple syrup, and lemon juice to a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a simmer and stir/cook for 5-8 minutes until it is broken down and a bit thick.
Step 2: In a separate bowl, mix the oats with the salt, then add in the milk and yogurt. Stir until well combined.
Step 3: Divide the mixture among four one-cup jars or glasses. Layer about 1/4 cup of the oat mixture into each of the jars. Top that with about one tablespoon of the blueberry compote. Repeat this about two times.
Step 4: Refrigerate overnight.
Recipe notes
I like to use my Homemade Coconut Milk for this recipe, as it adds a natural sweetness (and it tastes yummy!).
Top with extra blueberries, some coconut, or a few walnuts for pizazz.
Blueberry Overnight Oats
Ingredients
BLUEBERRY COMPOTE:
- 1 ½ cups blueberries (I use frozen blueberries)
- 2 Tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
OATS:
- 2 ¼ cups rolled oats
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 2 cups milk of your choice
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Add the blueberries, maple syrup, and lemon juice to a saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a low simmer and cook for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until blueberries are broken down and syrupy.
- In a separate large bowl, combine the oats, salt, milk, and yogurt. Stir until well combined.
- Prepare to divide both mixtures among four one-cup jars or glasses in the following way: Layer about 1/4 cup of the oat mixture into the bottom of each of the jars. Top that with about one tablespoon of the blueberry compote.
- There should be enough to repeat this process with each jar or glass about two times.
- Cover and refrigerate the jars overnight and enjoy in the morning!
Notes
Nutrition
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