Cookie Dough Overnight Oats (Printable)

Creamy overnight oats inspired by classic cookie dough flavors, loaded with chocolate chips and nut butter for a wholesome, indulgent breakfast.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened plant-based)
03 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Cookie Dough Mix-Ins

09 - 2 tablespoons almond butter or peanut butter
10 - 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine oats, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Stir well until fully incorporated and smooth.
02 - Add almond butter to the oat mixture and mix thoroughly until completely blended throughout the base.
03 - Gently fold in mini chocolate chips and chopped walnuts or pecans if using, distributing evenly.
04 - Cover the bowl or jar securely with a lid. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, to allow oats to soften and flavors to meld.
05 - In the morning, give the oats a thorough stir. Add an extra splash of milk if the consistency is too thick for your preference.
06 - Serve chilled. Top with additional chocolate chips or a drizzle of nut butter if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like eating dessert for breakfast but keeps you fueled for hours
  • Five minutes of prep the night before means zero morning stress
  • The texture gets even better overnight, so you can meal prep for the whole week
02 -
  • The oats will continue absorbing liquid overnight, so start with a slightly looser consistency than you think you need
  • Mixing the nut butter thoroughly prevents those unfortunate clumps that are impossible to eat in one bite
  • Glass jars work better than plastic for tasting fresh and not absorbing odors from your fridge
03 -
  • Toast your nuts before adding them for deeper flavor that mimics fresh baked cookies
  • Use a mason jar with a wide mouth for easier stirring and serving
  • Let your oats sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before eating if you prefer them less cold

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