Healthy Overnight Chia Seed Oats Recipe with Almond Butter Swirl for Easy Breakfast
A quick and easy overnight oats recipe combining rolled oats, chia seeds, almond milk, and a swirl of almond butter for a creamy, nutty, and nutritious breakfast.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 8-10 hours (overnight soaking)
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (40g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons (30g) chia seeds
- 1 cup (240ml) almond milk (unsweetened or any plant-based milk)
- 2 tablespoons (32g) almond butter (creamy style)
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) maple syrup or honey (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Fresh berries or sliced banana for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In your jar or container, add 1/2 cup (40g) rolled oats and 2 tablespoons (30g) chia seeds. Stir to mix evenly.
- Add liquid base: Pour in 1 cup (240ml) almond milk, 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently to moisten all oats and chia seeds.
- Sweeten it: Drizzle 1 tablespoon (15ml) maple syrup or honey over the mixture and stir lightly.
- Swirl the almond butter: Add 2 tablespoons (32g) almond butter on top and swirl gently with a spoon or knife to create a visible swirl.
- Seal and refrigerate: Cover the container tightly and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, ideally 8-10 hours overnight.
- Serve and enjoy: Stir gently in the morning if desired and top with fresh berries or sliced banana.
Notes
If the mixture is too thick in the morning, stir in a splash of almond milk to loosen. If too thin, add more oats or chia seeds next time. Avoid overmixing almond butter to keep the swirl effect. Prepare in batches for up to 3 days storage. Use rolled oats, not instant or steel-cut oats for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar or container (
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 9
Keywords: overnight oats, chia seeds, almond butter, healthy breakfast, easy breakfast, vegan, gluten-free, plant-based