Overnight Oats with Water (No Milk)

Overnight oats with water served in a white bowl and topped with a sliced banana, raspberries, peanut butter, crushed almonds, and honey.

5 from 1 vote

Overnight Oats with Water (No Milk)

These Overnight Oats with Water are thick, creamy, delicious, and made with absolutely no milk! They require only 5 minutes of prep and are perfect for a healthy breakfast on the go!

Prep Time5

Cook Time0

Total Time5

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 298kcal

Author: Petra

Equipment

Mixing bowl or a mason jar

Ingredients

½ cup rolled oats
1 tablespoon chia seeds
¾ cup water
1 tablespoon maple syrup or more to taste
3 tablespoon Greek yogurt (use vegan yogurt if needed)
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)
A tiny pinch of salt (optional)

Instructions

To a bowl or an air-tight container, add all of the ingredients. You can also add them in a jar if you need to grab it for an on-the-go breakfast in the morning.
½ cup rolled oats, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, ¾ cup water, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 3 tablespoon Greek yogurt, A tiny pinch of salt
Using a spoon or a whisk, give everything a good stir. Cover with a lid or paper towel and rest in the fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Your overnight oats without milk are ready when the oats have thickened and absorbed the liquid, and the chia seeds have softened. At this point, you can adjust the consistency if needed, adding more water to thin it out. You can also add more maple syrup if you like your oats sweeter.

Notes

Use rolled oats. I always recommend using old-fashioned rolled oats when making this recipe. Quick oats will get too soggy and won't provide the same chewy texture, and steel-cut oats won't soften at all. This recipe has the perfect ratio between oats and water so that you're left with soft, chewy, and thick oatmeal.
Add your favorite toppings. Overnight oats with water are neutral in taste, that's why it's essential to add good toppings. Not only do you add more flavor, but you can make them more nutritious by adding nuts, seeds, and fresh fruit.
Prepare it in jars for on-the-go breakfast. If you're a busy person and don't have the time to make breakfast in the morning, this is the perfect recipe for you. You can make the oats in a mason jar and take them on the go with you.
Make a big batch. The best of this recipe is that it's great for meal prep, which means you can make a big batch that will last you for a whole week of breakfasts.
Warm it up! Some people are not a fan of cold oatmeal, and I get it! You can warm your overnight oats in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or on the stovetop until warmed through.

Storage

Store in an airtight container or a jar, and in the fridge for 4-5 days. This recipe is not freezer-friendly.

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