Maple Cinnamon Pecan Overnight Oats (Printable)

Creamy maple-cinnamon oats with crunchy pecans, prepared the night before for a quick wholesome breakfast.

# What You Need:

→ Oats Base

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

→ Toppings

08 - 1/3 cup pecans, chopped
09 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup (for drizzling)
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
11 - Fresh fruit (optional, e.g., sliced banana or berries)

# How To Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl or jar, combine the rolled oats, milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
02 - Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to allow the oats to soften and flavors to meld.
03 - In the morning, stir the oats well. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.
04 - Top each serving with chopped pecans, extra maple syrup for drizzling, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and fresh fruit if desired.
05 - Enjoy chilled. The oats can be divided into individual portions for convenient grab-and-go breakfasts throughout the week.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The texture gets impossibly creamy overnight, almost like pudding but without any actual cooking required
  • Five minutes of evening prep means you're waking up to breakfast that's waiting for you
02 -
  • The oats will continue softening the longer they sit, so if you're making these for more than two days, you might want slightly less liquid initially
  • Room temperature ingredients combine more smoothly, so take your milk and yogurt out while you gather everything else
03 -
  • Double the batch and portion into five smaller jars for a full work week of breakfast that feels like self-care
  • If the oats seem too thick after refrigerating, stir in cold milk gradually instead of dumping it all at once

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