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Overnight Oats Power Jars

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Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Rolled oats (old-fashioned, not quick oats): 2 cups
  • Chia seeds 4 tablespoons
  • Milk (dairy or unsweetened almond/oat/soy): 2 cups
  • Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla): 1 cup
  • Maple syrup or honey 2–4 tablespoons, to taste
  • Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
  • Pinch of salt yes, it matters
  • Fruit options berries, diced apple, sliced banana, mango, or cherries (about 2–3 cups total)
  • Optional mix-ins cinnamon, nutmeg, cocoa powder, peanut butter/almond butter, shredded coconut, lemon zest
  • Toppings nuts, seeds, granola, dark chocolate chips (you earned it)
  • 4–6 jars (8–12 oz each) with lids

Method
 

  1. In a big bowl, whisk together milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Add chia seeds and whisk again so they don't clump.
  2. Fold in the rolled oats until everything's coated and evenly distributed. It should look slightly loose—chia will thicken it overnight.
  3. Spoon 1–2 tablespoons of fruit into the bottom of each jar. If using bananas, add them the morning of to avoid browning.
  4. Divide the oat mixture across jars (roughly 1/2 to 3/4 cup per jar). Add more fruit on top if you like that parfait vibe.
  5. Sprinkle in cinnamon for apple jars, cocoa for cherry-chocolate, or a spoon of peanut butter for PB-banana. Stir lightly in the jar to marble.
  6. Screw on lids and refrigerate at least 4 hours, ideally overnight. Magic happens here—no stirring required.
  7. Eat cold right from the jar, or warm gently in the microwave for 45–60 seconds if it's chilly out and your soul needs a hug.
  8. Add nuts, seeds, extra yogurt, or a dusting of granola right before eating for crunch. Don't add crunchy toppings the night before unless you like soggy surprises.