Ultra creamy and perfectly sweet, these blueberry overnight oats are a 5-minute breakfast that tastes just like dessert in a bowl! Chilled in the fridge and topped with lots of almonds and cinnamon, you’ll love every single bite of this nutritious morning treat.
Healthy Blueberry Overnight Oats
If you love to feel like you’re having dessert for breakfast, these creamy blueberry overnight oats are for you! With a hint of maple syrup and earthy cinnamon, every spoonful tastes just like freshly-baked blueberry pie.
With a scoop of vanilla protein powder plus all the oats, this is a high-protein recipe that actually tastes good. Plus, it’s an excellent excuse to keep your fridge stocked with fresh blueberries all summer. Once they’re no longer in season, just swap to frozen ones because their juicy bursts are too refreshing to say goodbye to.
Made in mason jars for convenience, they’ll become your new best friend in the morning— even when you’re running late for work. Topped with crunchy almonds, it’s a perfectly nourishing, tangy, and tart way to start the day.
Why You’ll Love These Blueberry Pie Overnight Oats
Even if you’re not precisely a morning person, this sugar-free blueberry overnight oats recipe will become a regular breakfast at home in no time.
- Quick. It only takes 5 minutes per batch. You really can’t complain about a breakfast recipe like this one!
- Prep-friendly. If you make it in advance, you’ll have breakfast for the entire week ready in a couple of minutes.
- Healthy. This recipe is gluten free, high in protein, and packed with vitamins and minerals. I’d say it gets a gold star for flavor and healthiness.
- Protein-packed. Made with oats and protein powder, these easy overnight oats will keep you feeling satisfied until lunch time.
What Are Overnight Oats?
Overnight oats are basically oats mixed with milk (or yogurt) and refrigerated overnight until softened, hence the name. They’re an easy breakfast and are often prepared in mason jars for a quick on-the-go meal. Different ingredients like fruits, nut butters, seeds, etc can be added to change the flavor profile. Sweeteners like sugar, honey, maple syrup, and agave syrup are also used. Overnight oats are usually enjoyed straight from the jar or can be served in a bowl before adding toppings.
Recipe Ingredients
Whether you use fresh or frozen, blueberries are certainly the most important ingredient. Check the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact amounts.
- Almond milk – I prefer the unsweetened kind. You can also use coconut milk or cashew milk.
- Gluten free quick oats – They don’t have to be gluten-free.
- Blueberries
- Cinnamon
- Vanilla extract
- Maple syrup – Raw honey or agave syrup are great too.
- Vanilla whey protein powder – This is totally optional.
Toppings
- Sliced almonds
- Blueberries
- Cinnamon
What Oats Are Best For Overnight Oats?
Quick oats and rolled oats are the best types for making any overnight oats recipe. They absorb moisture really well and give the mixture some of its natural creaminess. Quick oats will make a smoother oat-mixture while rolled oats maintain more of their texture, but flavor-wise they’re exactly the same. Pick your favorite!
How to Make Blueberry Overnight Oats
This blueberry overnight oats recipe is a delightful breakfast option that takes no more than 5 minutes to make. Check the recipe card at the bottom of the post for more detailed instructions.
- Mash the blueberries. Add the blueberries to the mason jar and use a spoon to crush them. You want them to release their juices.
- Stir it. Add the remaining ingredients and stir well to combine.
- Chill it. Place it in the refrigerator overnight or until the oats soak up all of the liquid.
- Serve. Pour the overnight oats into a bowl and add your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
Tips for Success
Mason jars aren’t completely necessary to make overnight oats. Feel free to apply all of these tips for all of your favorite overnight oats recipes:
- Use frozen. Frozen blueberries are a great option too if you can’t get a hold of fresh ones. Make sure they’re fully thawed and well drained before adding them in.
- Shake it. You don’t need to stir if you don’t want to. Once you add all of the ingredients to the jar, close it well, and shake until everything is fully combined.
- Add more fruit. Using your leftover berries or bananas will add more nutrients to this recipe and give it more flavor.
- Use containers. Don’t worry if you don’t have mason jars or don’t want to think about them breaking on your way to work. Use plastic airtight containers instead to make these overnight oats.
- Prep for the week. Make 5 batches of this recipe in separate containers and you’ll have breakfast for the entire week ready in less than 30 minutes.
Serving Suggestions
You can add your favorite toppings to these blueberry overnight oats to make them an extra indulgent treat. Some of my favorite include sliced almonds, chopped walnuts, almond butter, and even shredded coconut. For a bit more sweetness, add a drizzle of maple or agave syrup. Pair the oats with your morning coffee or tea for the perfect breakfast.
Common Questions
The answers to these overnight oats FAQs will help you choose the right type of oats are for this recipe and whether you should eat them hot or cold.
Absolutely! In fact, they’re the best kind of oats for overnight oats because they absorb moisture well and soften relatively quickly.
Yes! Oats are high in plant-based protein, fiber, minerals, and are an excellent source of energy. Especially when made with healthy ingredients like fresh fruit and plant-based milk, overnight oats are a super hearty and yummy breakfast packed with nutrients.
Overnight oats taste best straight out of the fridge for a chilled treat (also making them perfect for the summer), but you can definitely add a splash of milk and reheat them if you prefer them warm. Don’t add the toppings until after the oats are heated.
Proper Storage
Refrigerate these blueberry overnight oats in mason jars or airtight containers for up to 5 days. Keep them away from strong-smelling foods like onions and chile to avoid the transfer of odors. Enjoy them straight out of the fridge.
More Overnight Oats Recipes
- Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
- Apple Crisp Overnight Oats
- Pecan Pie Overnight Oats
- Gingerbread Overnight Oats
Blueberry Pie Overnight Oats
Ingredients
Oats:
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond or coconut milk
- 3/4 cup gluten free quick oats
- 1/2 cup organic blueberries
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder {optional}
Toppings:
- 1 tablespoon sliced almonds more if desired
- 1-2 tablespoon fresh organic blueberries
- pinch of cinnamon
Instructions
- In a mason jar or bowl mash and crush blueberries.
- Add the remaining ingredients and stir well to combine. If you are using a mason jar you can put the lid on and give it several good shakes to help blend together.
- Place in refrigerator overnight.
- In the morning dump ingredients into a serving bowl and top with whatever ingredients you like. I used more blueberries, sliced almonds a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Would this be okay heated up in the a.m. in the microwave? I just prefer oatmeal warm instead of cold. Creature of habit.
The nutritional facts for this recipe is showing 451 calories. Is that number calculated using unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk?
Thanks.
Almond milk