These wild blueberry overnight oats are just what you need to start your day off right. Simply stir together before bed, and wake up to breakfast waiting for you. 

Oatmeal vs. Overnight Oats

While I will always love hot oatmeal, especially steel-cut oats, I have come to love the convenience and taste of overnight oats. I mean, how great does it feel to wake up knowing that you have a healthy breakfast ready to go?

I admit, when I first heard about overnight oats, I was skeptical. I mean, cold oatmeal? But after trying it, I realized it was actually not bad, and the more I made it, the more I loved it.

Cool overnight oats make a great warm-weather breakfast. And while it’s far from warm here in the northeast right now, I’ve got spring on my mind. (And I know that it can go from 35 to 75 degrees in a matter of weeks!)

Wild Blueberry Overnight Oats

The wild blueberries used in this recipe make the oatmeal a beautiful blue-purple hue. But you could make it with any fruit you have on hand. From raspberries and blackberries to chopped apples or mangoes — the options are endless. The same goes for the nuts: mix it up to your liking!

Nutrition Notes

This breakfast is packed with nourishing ingredients to get you moving and keep you going.

• Oats – packed with fiber and complex carbohydrates, this grain is available gluten-free and will help keep your blood sugar in check and your hunger satisfied!
• Wild blueberries – Frozen wild blueberries are a staple in my freezer. Loaded with antioxidants and flavor, they are a perfect addition to a variety of foods including pancakes, smoothies, toast, and, of course, oatmeal!
• Greek or Skyr yogurt – Add a dollop of plain Greek or Skyr yogurt to this oatmeal for extra protein and some healthy probiotics. Make it vegan by using a plant-based yogurt, but since it won’t provide the same amount of protein, consider adding extra chia seeds and nuts.
• Plant milk – Plant-based milk such as coconut or almond works great in this oatmeal.
• Chia seeds – Chia seeds add more protein, fiber, and iron to your morning. They also help keep your GI tract functioning smoothly!

Need more? Try adding one of these:

• Almond butter – On those mornings that I need a little extra protein and/or fat to keep me satisfied, almond butter becomes an additional add-in.
• Nuts – If you need some extra fuel but prefer more crunch.

Mix it Up: Choose Your Berries

Feel free to top these oats with any berries you have on hand! While it’s lovely to have fresh berries on hand, I like to keep frozen ones on hand as a backup. Frozen berries are available year-round, are just as nutritious, if not more nutrient-dense (because they are frozen right after harvest), and are also less expensive.

Hälsa Kids

Overnight oats make a great breakfast for busy tweens and teens. They can eat it at home when they wake up or bring it to school in a thermos. Younger kids will also love this creamy, easy-to-eat breakfast concoction. And it can easily be warmed in the microwave for those who prefer it warm!

Wild Blueberry Overnight Oats

These wild blueberry overnight oats will help get your morning off to a streamlined, well-fueled start. Whole grain and fiber-packed, these overnight oats are loaded with nutrition and taste amazing.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Refrigeration Time 3 hours hrs

Servings: 1 person

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American, Scandinavian

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• ⅓ cup old-fashioned oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
• ⅓ cup unsweetened Greek or Skyr yogurt (or plant-based coconut or cashew yogurt)
• ⅓ cup unsweetened plant-based milk
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ cup frozen wild blueberries

Topping

• ¼ cup frozen wild blueberries
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut flakes toasted if time
• 2 tablespoons chopped cashews toasted if time

Method

 

1. Combine oats, yogurt, milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ¼ cup blueberries in a jar. Stir until well mixed. Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 3 hours.
2. Remove from refrigerator, stir, and top with additional frozen blueberries, coconut flakes, and cashews. Enjoy!