Blueberry overnight oats

This blueberry lemon overnight oats is loaded with flavor from just a few simple ingredients. It can be made any time of year using frozen blueberries, which just makes the color even more vibrant! Just like with this Blueberry chia pudding recipe.

This recipe makes 2 portions, but you can easily double it to make breakfasts for the busy week. Or try one of my other delicious meal prep recipes, like this Overnight oats with frozen fruit or this Banana bread baked oats.

Ingredients

All that is needed to make this delicious lemon blueberry overnight oats are a few, basic ingredients listed below. For the full written recipe with the ingredient measurements, scroll down to view the recipe card at the bottom of the page.

• Blueberries, fresh or frozen. If using frozen blueberries, let them defrost fully before using in this overnight oats recipe. 
• Lemon, a little lemon zest goes well with the blueberry flavor.
• Almond milk, or milk of choice. To keep this overnight oats recipe vegan, use a plant based milk alternative like soy milk or oat milk. 
• Greek style yoghurt, unsweetened and preferably full fat for a creamier consistency. 
• Maple syrup, or other liquid sweetener or brown sugar to taste depending on how tart the blueberries are.
• Vanilla extract, for a wonderful hint of vanilla. 
• Rolled oats, or old fashion oats for texture and a little bite to this recipe. Use certified gluten-free oats if needed.
• Chia seeds, they are high in fibre, antioxidants, protein and help create creamy texture to this blueberry muffin overnight oats recipe.
• Salt, just a little to balance the flavours. 
• Topping: Greek style yoghurt, fresh blueberries and nuts of choice.

See recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

This blueberry overnight oats is easy and fast to prepare the night before. Perfect for meal prep! 

Follow along with the with the step-by-step photos below. For the full written instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom.

To serve, add the overnight oats to two glasses. Top with thick greek style yoghurt, blueberries and nuts if desired. Enjoy!

Hint: Another great topping for overnight oats is homemade granola like this Healthy Salted Caramel Granola or this Air Fryer Granola.

Substitutions and Variations

• Gluten-free – Oats are naturally gluten-free, but can contain traces of gluten from being processed. To ensure this blueberry overnight oat recipe is gluten-free, buy only certified gluten-free oats. They can usually be found in the gluten-free section at your local grocery store.
• Extra protein – Stir in 1 tablespoon vanilla protein powder for a protein packed overnight oats recipe.
• Blueberries  – This recipe will get a brighter colour when using frozen blueberries. Let the blueberries fully defrost before mashing with a fork. Mash all, of half of the blueberries for more texture.
• Sweetness – Depending on the sweetness of the blueberries, stir in a little extra maple syrup to these overnight oats if desired. Other options are agave syrup, brown sugar or coconut sugar. Honey can also be used for a non vegan breakfast.
• Vegan – For vegan blueberry overnight oats, make sure to use a plant-based milk and yoghurt.
• Nut butter –  Stir in, or topping with a little nut butter of choice for some extra protein. Use storebough or try this homemade Pecan Almond Butter.

Some more healthy breakfasts to try, are these Cinnamon roll overnight oats, this creamy Cherry Overnight Oats or this wonderful Overnight oats with frozen fruit.

Storage

This berry overnight oats can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge. That’s why it makes a great meal-prep breakfast or snack!

It will keep best stored as is, without the toppings. After a few days in the fridge, the oats will have thicker consistency because they will continue to soak up liquid as they sit. If needed, stir in a little extra milk before serving.

Overnight oats doesn’t freeze well, so I don’t recommend this.

Overnight oats and oatmeal recipes

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Blueberry recipes

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