Berry Overnight Oats Almond Butter (Printable)
Creamy oats soaked overnight with almond butter, mixed berries, and vanilla for a quick, nutritious breakfast.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Oats Base
01 - 1 cup rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
03 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
04 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Berries
06 - 1 cup mixed fresh or frozen berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
→ Almond Butter Layer
07 - 3 tablespoons almond butter
08 - 2 tablespoons almond milk (to loosen if needed)
→ Toppings
09 - 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
10 - Additional berries for garnish
11 - Honey or maple syrup to taste
# Steps:
01 - Combine rolled oats, almond milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl or mason jar. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
02 - Gently fold mixed berries into the oat mixture, reserving a small portion for topping if desired.
03 - In a small separate bowl, mix almond butter with 2 tablespoons almond milk to achieve a smooth, pourable consistency.
04 - Distribute half the oat mixture evenly between two jars or bowls. Drizzle with prepared almond butter, then add remaining oat mixture on top.
05 - Cover containers and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours, allowing oats and chia seeds to fully absorb liquid and soften.
06 - In the morning, stir thoroughly or maintain layered presentation. Top with reserved berries, sliced almonds, and additional almond butter or sweetener as desired. Serve chilled.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You wake up to breakfast already done and waiting for you
- The creamy oat and almond butter combination keeps you satisfied for hours
- Each spoonful delivers bursts of sweet tart berries
02 -
- Overnight oats continue thickening so add a splash of milk in the morning if needed
- Frozen berries release more liquid creating beautiful purple streaks throughout
- Glass jars work best because you can see those gorgeous layers develop
03 -
- Warm your jar slightly in the microwave for 30 seconds if you prefer hot oats
- The chia seeds continue softening so texture improves after two days