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Brown Sugar Overnight Oats Recipe

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This Brown Sugar Overnight Oats recipe offers a creamy, sweet, and spiced breakfast that is quick to prepare the night before. With old-fashioned rolled oats soaked in milk and Greek yogurt, sweetened lightly with brown sugar and enhanced with cinnamon and vanilla, it delivers a delicious and nutritious start to your day. Topped with fresh banana slices and chopped nuts, it provides a delightful texture contrast and added flavor.

Ingredients

Oats:

  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

Liquid:

  • 1/2 cup milk of choice

Add-ins:

  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Optional Toppings:

  • Banana slices
  • Chopped nuts
  • More brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a mason jar or airtight container, combine oats, milk, Greek yogurt, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to evenly mix all ingredients.
  2. Refrigerate: Cover the container and refrigerate the mixture overnight or for at least 6 hours to allow the oats to absorb the liquid and soften.
  3. Stir and Serve: In the morning, stir the oats again to blend. Adjust the consistency by adding a splash more milk if desired. Top with your preferred optional toppings such as banana slices, chopped nuts, and an extra sprinkle of brown sugar. Enjoy chilled or warm if preferred.

Notes

  • Use any milk of your choice: dairy or plant-based like almond, oat, or soy milk.
  • For a vegan option, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt.
  • The longer the oats soak, the creamier the texture will be.
  • Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of brown sugar or using alternatives like honey or maple syrup.
  • Overnight oats can be eaten cold or warmed briefly in the microwave.
  • Add fresh fruit or seeds to vary the flavors and textures.