Overnight Oats
Prep time: 10 minutes - Cook time: 0 minutes - Total time: 10 minutes, plus overnight chilling
Estimated total cost: $5.60 - Estimated cost per serving: $1.40 - Serves: 4
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Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats - $0.80
- 2 cups plant milk - $1.20
- 1 cup water - $0.00
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds, optional - $0.40
- 2 bananas or 1 cup berries - $1.20
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or brown sugar - $0.30
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon - $0.05
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, optional - $0.10
Estimated ingredient total: $3.95 to $4.05
Displayed website estimate: $5.60
Detailed Instructions
- Add the oats, plant milk, water, chia seeds if using, cinnamon, sweetener, and vanilla to a large bowl or storage container.
- Stir well so the oats are fully coated.
- Slice one banana and stir it in, or save all fruit for topping later.
- Cover the container and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 6 hours.
- The next morning, stir the oats well.
- If the mixture seems too thick, add a splash of plant milk.
- Divide into portions and top with the remaining fruit.
- Serve cold, or warm briefly in the microwave if preferred.
Helpful Notes
- Mason jars work well for individual portions.
- Chia seeds make the oats thicker and more pudding-like.
- Peanut butter is an easy extra topping if you want more staying power.
Price note: Ingredient prices can vary by store, brand, and region, so these are planning estimates rather than exact totals.