Creamy Maple Chia Overnight Oats
A velvety, pudding-like overnight oats recipe sweetened with pure maple syrup and packed with chia seeds for a creamy texture. Perfect for busy mornings—just mix, refrigerate, and enjoy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes (includes overnight refrigeration)
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup milk (any kind, such as unsweetened almond milk, whole milk, or oat milk)
- 1 to 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional toppings: fresh berries, sliced banana, extra maple syrup, cinnamon, chopped nuts, toasted coconut flakes
Instructions
- In a jar or small bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, and a pinch of salt. Stir to distribute evenly.
- Add the milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly to break up any clumps of chia seeds.
- Cover with a lid and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
- In the morning, stir the oats. If too thick, add a splash of milk to reach desired consistency.
- Add desired toppings and enjoy cold or at room temperature.
Notes
For best texture, use rolled oats (not instant or steel-cut). Stir chia seeds thoroughly to avoid clumps. Oats keep in the fridge for up to 5 days; best within 3 days. Toasting the oats in a dry skillet before mixing adds a nutty flavor. For a thicker consistency, use a 1:1 ratio of oats to milk; for creamier, use 1/2 cup oats to 3/4 cup milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 8
Keywords: overnight oats, chia oats, maple oats, healthy breakfast, easy breakfast, meal prep, vegan, gluten-free