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Overnight Oats with Yogurt

Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon Jessica Randhawa
May 15, 2022
4.86 from 61 votes


Last Updated May 15, 2022 | 15 Comments

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strawberry yogurt overnight oats

Yogurt Overnight Oats are a fun and easy make-ahead breakfast or healthy snack. Just 5-minutes to prep and made with a handful of simple ingredients, these delicious overnight oats with yogurt are protein-packed, healthy, and gluten-free.

Small jars filled with overnight oats with yogurt and a layer of strawberry jam and fresh strawberries.

Overnight Oats with Yogurt

Prior to having my son I never put much thought into breakfast. Fast forward to motherhood and mornings look a whole lot different. A whole lot crazier.

Overnight oats have been a real lifesaver.

And these overnight oats with yogurt are one of my favorite ways to enjoy this awesome and healthy breakfast. Easy, no-cook, meal-prep friendly, the whole family loves them! The yogurt adds extra protein and awesome creaminess.

Stop Motion Video of step-by-step process making Strawberry Yogurt Overnight Oats

These Yogurt Overnight Oats Are:

  • Made with simple ingredients
  • Meal-prep friendly
  • Delicious for up to 5 days (when stored in the refrigerator)
  • Easy to transport
  • Versatile
  • High in protein
  • Easily modified to be gluten-free and vegan
  • Perfect for busy mornings
White table with a glass bowl, lar of milk, rolled oats, strawberries, chia seeds, and yogurt.

Ingredients

  • Quick-cooking oats: Remember to purchase and use gluten-free rolled oats if you’re sensitive to gluten.
  • Fresh fruit (optional): For this recipe, I added strawberries. Other delicious fruit includes raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, mango, peaches, and nectarines.
  • Yogurt: Use your favorite yogurt. To make this recipe vegan, use a plant-based, dairy-free yogurt. 
  • Milk: This recipe is great with cow’s milk or your favorite non-dairy milk including almond milk, soy milk, oat milk, coconut milk, etc.
  • Chia seeds: Chia seeds are high in fiber and protein plus they help make your oats extra creamy.
  • Sweetener: I love adding a little honey. Keep this recipe vegan by adding maple syrup instead.
Large white bowl filled with plain yogurt, strawberry yogurt, rolled oats, honey, chia seeds, milk and chopped strawberries.

How to Make Overnight Oats with Yogurt

  1. Transfer the rolled oats, milk, yogurt, fresh fruit (I added strawberries), chia seeds, and sweetener to a bowl and mix well to combine.
  2. (Optional) Divide and transfer the combined oats and yogurt to individual single-serve mason jars. Layer with fresh fruit and jam, if desired.
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or seal the jars with a tight-fitting lid. Transfer to the refrigerator for 4-12 hours, or until the oats are softened, chewy, and thickened.

When I first started making overnight oats I always put them in jars as a way to entice Octavian into eating. I soon realized that wasn’t necessary since he loved them so much. Now I usually just put them in jars if I’m trying something new, need a few ready and available as a grab-and-go snack or lunch, or if I know people are coming over for breakfast and I don’t feel like cooking.

Favorite Toppings and Mix-Ins

  • Nut butter
  • Protein powder
  • Chocolate chips or cacao nibs
  • Flax seeds or hemp seeds
  • Granola
  • Almond or vanilla extract
  • Jam or jelly
  • Dried fruit
Small jars filled with overnight oats with yogurt and a layer of strawberry jam and fresh strawberries.

More Easy Overnight Oats Recipes

  • Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
  • Strawberry Banana Overnight Oats with Peanut Butter
  • Pumpkin Pie Yogurt Overnight Oats
  • Raspberry Almond Overnight Oats
  • Espresso Overnight Oats
  • Blueberry Almond Overnight Oats with Honey
Small jars filled with overnight oats with yogurt and a layer of strawberry jam and fresh strawberries.

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Tell me about it in the comments below! I always love to hear your thoughts. And tag me #theforkedspoon on Instagram if you’ve made any of my recipes, I always love to see what you’re cooking in the kitchen.

A close-up strawberry overnight yogurt oats

Overnight Oats with Yogurt

4.86 from 61 votes
Chef: Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked SpoonJessica Randhawa
Yogurt Overnight Oats are a fun and easy no-cook make-ahead breakfast or healthy snack. Just 5-minutes to prep and made with a handful of simple ingredients, these delicious overnight oats with yogurt are protein-packed, healthy, and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Resting Time 4 hrs
Total Time 5 mins
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 665 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 cups quick-cooking rolled oats - see notes
  • 2 cups milk - see notes
  • 2 cups low-fat Greek yogurt - see notes
  • 1 cups fresh fruit - chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1½ teaspoon honey - optional

Toppings (optional)

  • Fresh fruit - chopped
  • Fruit jam - 1-2 tsp per serving
  • granola
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Instructions
 

  • Transfer the rolled oats, milk, yogurt, fresh fruit (I added strawberries), chia seeds, and honey to a large bowl and mix well to combine.
  • (Optional) Divide and transfer the combined oats and yogurt to individual serving jars. Layer with fresh fruit and jam, if desired.
  • Cover with plastic wrap/seal jars with a tight-fitting lid and transfer to the refrigerator for 4-12 hours, or until the oats have softened and thickened.

Jessica’s Notes

  • Oats: If you’re sensitive to gluten, be sure to purchase gluten-free rolled oats.
  • Milk: This recipe is great with all types of milk including cow milk, almond milk, soy milk, oat milk, coconut milk, etc. 
  • Yogurt: To make this recipe vegan, use your favorite plant-based, dairy-free yogurt. 
  • Sweetener: To make this recipe vegan, swap the honey for maple syrup.
  • When stored in the refrigerator and in an air-tight container, these yogurt overnight oats are good for up to 5 days.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 665kcal | Carbohydrates: 100g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 203mg | Potassium: 828mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 992IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 670mg | Iron: 5mg

(Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and specific brands of ingredients used.)

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About Jessica

Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon

Jessica Randhawa is the head chef, photographer, and recipe developer of The Forked Spoon. Jessica fell in love with cooking while traveling through Asia and Europe, where she discovered her passion for good food and new adventures. Her recipes have been featured on Yahoo, MSN, USA Today, FeedFeed, and many more. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California.

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Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon

About Jessica Randhawa

Jessica Randhawa is the head chef, photographer, and recipe developer of The Forked Spoon. Jessica fell in love with cooking while traveling through Asia and Europe, where she discovered her passion for good food and new adventures. Her recipes have been featured on Yahoo, MSN, USA Today, FeedFeed, and many more. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California.

Comments

  1. Rosie says

    October 22, 2022 at 4:35 pm

    5 stars
    I love oatmeal cooked with water. After the cooking I add 3 spoons of vanilla yoghurt and I’m good to enjoy it mornings and lunch time. Hahaha sometimes I’m so greedy that I get me some for dinner. It’s such a good meal.

    Reply
  2. Rachel says

    May 6, 2020 at 2:22 am

    5 stars
    I am in the process of putting together this recipe right now. Sounds like something my children will definitely enjoy. I often make overnight oats for them and tonight something told me to search for overnight oats including yogurt. A quick Google search lead me to your recipe. I’m sure it’s going to be a hit with my kiddos. Thanks Jessica!!

    Reply
  3. Maureen says

    April 10, 2019 at 5:24 am

    5 stars
    I put this together last night for myself and my 18 month old granddaughter. She just gobbled it up! It’s so yummy and easy. I used almond milk, and maple syrup instead of honey. I also used siggi’s brand of yogurt. A lot less ingredients and no artificial sweetener. So delicious! I didn’t add anything extra this morning like extra strawberries, jam, or granola. I just mixed everything up again and served it. I will make this often and will change it up with your other overnight oats recipes.

    Thank you so much Jessica! Hope you have a wonderful day!

    Reply
    • Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked SpoonJessica Randhawa says

      April 10, 2019 at 12:58 pm

      Thank you Maureen! It makes me very happy that you and your granddaughter enjoyed it so much!!!

      Reply
  4. Sanchita says

    February 4, 2019 at 5:33 am

    5 stars
    This was so easy and tasty, thank you!

    Reply
  5. Jakawan says

    June 26, 2018 at 12:17 am

    5 stars
    I had fun reading this. I really love your writing style! Thanks for the ideas. I will make a similar version to this with what I have Available in Thailand!

    Reply
  6. Natalie says

    May 30, 2018 at 9:45 pm

    5 stars
    I love overnight oats! Looks so delicious and healthy – such a great idea for hosting a brunch too!

    Reply
  7. Jacque Hastert says

    May 30, 2018 at 7:01 pm

    5 stars
    This is a great way to start the day! Make ahead of time and mornings go smoothly!

    Reply
  8. Chris Collins says

    May 30, 2018 at 1:38 pm

    5 stars
    I love me some overnight oats and your version looks so vibrant and delicious! Strawberries are such an awesome addition!

    Reply
    • Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked SpoonJessica Randhawa says

      May 30, 2018 at 5:44 pm

      Thank you so much! It’s so yummy and who can resist juicy, red strawberries?!

      Reply
  9. Demeter says

    May 30, 2018 at 11:48 am

    5 stars
    Overnight oats are always so much fun (and awesomely convenient)! Love that you added in yogurt to give it that extra boost. These photos are so gorgeous! Now all I need are some strawberries! 🙂

    Reply
    • Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked SpoonJessica Randhawa says

      May 30, 2018 at 1:39 pm

      Yes, girl! Get yourself some strawberries and enjoy! Our family is always on the go and these are so easy to grab in the morning!

      Reply
  10. Sara says

    May 30, 2018 at 11:31 am

    5 stars
    I am addicted to overnight oats! This sounds perfect for summer breakfasts with fresh from the vine berries!

    Reply
    • Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked SpoonJessica Randhawa says

      May 30, 2018 at 1:43 pm

      Me too! My kid loves these easy breakfasts and it’s a bonus there’s no prep in the am…just grab it and enjoy!!

      Reply
  11. Amanda says

    November 2, 2017 at 8:43 pm

    5 stars

    Overnight oats are my on-the-run breakfast! This is perfect. We love Dannon yogurt and Mott’s apple juice. It also is a perfect addition to my toddler’s lunch box@

    Reply

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