Description
Overnight Oats with Tart Cherries are a sweet‑tangy, wholesome breakfast that’s rich in fiber and nutrients. Creamy oats soak up milk and cherry juice overnight, creating a ready‑to‑eat morning meal with vibrant flavor and minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup old‑fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup milk of choice (almond, oat, dairy, etc.)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (optional for creaminess)
- 1/2 cup tart cherries (fresh or frozen)
- 1–2 tbsp maple syrup or honey (to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
- Optional toppings: sliced almonds, extra cherries, coconut flakes
Instructions
- In a jar or airtight container, combine oats, milk, Greek yogurt (if using), maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Stir in chia seeds if desired.
- Add the tart cherries on top—you can mix them in or leave them layered.
- Seal the container and refrigerate overnight (at least 6 hours).
- In the morning, stir the oats, add more milk if needed, and top with almonds, extra cherries, or coconut flakes.
- Enjoy chilled or let sit at room temperature for a few minutes before eating.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No‑Cook / Refrigerate
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg