Delicious Cherry Vanilla Overnight Oats for Easy Meal Prep

Enjoy Cherry Vanilla Overnight Oats, a no-cook breakfast that's refreshing and customizable with seasonal fruits.

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Prep Time 10

Chilling Time 4

Total Time 4 10

Servings: 2 jars

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Oats

1/2 to 3/4 cup Cherries Fresh and sweet, or swap for strawberries and blueberries
1/2 cup Rolled Oats Quick oats are acceptable but may yield a mushy texture
3/4 cup Milk Any milk, though unsweetened almond milk is lighter
1 tablespoon Maple Syrup Agave or honey are nice alternatives
1 tablespoon Chia Seeds Omit for a thinner consistency if desired
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Real vanilla provides the best results
1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon Nutmeg can be a substitute
a pinch Salt Enhances all the flavors

Optional Toppings

More Cherries For added sweetness
Toasted Almonds For a crunchy texture

Equipment

mason jar

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Wash and pit about 1/2 to 3/4 cup of fresh cherries. Mash the cherries in a mason jar until they release their juices.
Add 1/2 cup of rolled oats, 3/4 cup of milk, 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, 1 tablespoon of chia seeds, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly.
Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.
Stir the oats before serving and top with more cherries or toasted almonds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 8gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store in a sealed mason jar in the fridge for up to 4 days. Best served cold.

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