Blueberry Overnight Oats

These blueberry overnight oats are creamy yet refreshing with a hint of lemon, with the goodness of whole grains, protein and fruit they are a lovely make-ahead breakfast for the summer.

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Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: New Zealand

Keyword: blueberry overnight oats, blueberry oatmeal, blueberry overnight oatmeal,

Diet: vegetarian

Servings: Servings

Calories: 253kcal

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Ingredients

200 grams plain greek style yoghurt ¾ cup
2 Tablepsoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
½ cup milk
½ teaspoon cinnamon
50 grams rolled oats ½ cup
140 grams blueberries 1 cup, some sliced in half

Instructions

In a bowl whisk together the yoghurt, milk, maple syrup, cinnamon lemon juice and zest.
Slice half of the blueberries in half. This allows the blueberry juice to flavour the overnight oats.
Stir through the rolled oats and blueberries to the yoghurt mix and mix until combined. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours refrigerate overnight.
Portion into two jars or bowls you can cover
Enjoy!

Notes

Overnight oatmeal (like the name would suggest) are amazing made the night before, but once made this recipe will store in your fridge for up to four days.
Not just for breakfast, it's equally lovely as a snack or mid-week dessert
Greek yoghurt: I like to use strained yogurt as these are thicker and higher in protein than other yogurts. But any plain yogurt will work. You can also substitute for a plant-based yogurt.
Maple syrup: This can be substituted for honey or your preferred sweetener.
Lemon zest and juice: The addition of lemon adds a real freshness to the recipe and highlights the blueberry flavour
Milk: This can be substituted for vegan milk if you prefer (almond milk, coconut milk, oat milk, cashew milk or soy milk)
Cinnamon
Rolled oats: I use old-fashioned rolled oats when making overnight oatmeal. Steel-cut oats will not work as a substitute. Quick oats will work however the final texture may be a little soggy.
Blueberries: When making this recipe I use fresh blueberries. Frozen blueberries will work, however, there can be a risk of foodborne illness if they are not cooked before being eaten.

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