Cranberry Orange Overnight Oats
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup milk of choice (dairy, almond, or oat milk)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional, for extra thickness)
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a mason jar or a small airtight container, add the rolled oats, chia seeds (if using), and a pinch of salt. Give these dry ingredients a quick stir to ensure they are evenly distributed.
- Stir in the dried cranberries and the freshly grated orange zest. Adding the zest directly to the dry oats helps the citrus oils coat the grains for a deeper flavor profile.
- Pour in the milk, Greek yogurt, orange juice, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Use a spoon to mix everything thoroughly. Make sure there are no dry pockets of oats at the bottom of the jar.
- Seal the jar with a tight lid and place it in the refrigerator. Let the oats soak for at least 6 hours, though overnight is best for the creamiest results.
- In the morning, remove the lid and give the oats a good stir. If the mixture is too thick, you can splash in a little extra milk to reach your desired consistency.