Looking for the perfect meal prep breakfast for busy mornings? These Maple Brown Sugar Overnight Oats check all the boxes! Made with just five simple ingredients, they’re a delicious and satisfying way to start your day.
We absolutely love cold overnight oats all year round, but especially in the summer. We make a big batch on Sunday night, and then we’re set for the entire week. Back when I was working my 8–5, I’d just throw a jar into my lunch bag and head out the door. These are super easy to eat while you work.
We never get tired of them because I mix up the flavors. Some of our favorites include Almond Joy Overnight Oats with almonds, chocolate chips, and coconut; Date Overnight Oats with (you guessed it) dates; and WW Berry Overnight Oats made with Greek yogurt and topped with fresh berries.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Oats are packed with whole grains, making them a healthy breakfast you can feel good about.
- They’re naturally filling, so they keep you satisfied until lunchtime.
- Perfect for the whole family, these overnight oats make busy mornings a breeze.
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Ingredient Notes
- Oats: I use quick oats when making overnight oats because I like how they blend with the other ingredients. Old-fashioned oats work too, they’ll just be slightly chewier.
- Milk: We like regular milk because that’s what we usually have in the fridge. Use your favorite type of milk. Dairy free options like almond milk, oat milk, coconut milk, cashew milk, or soy milk are all a good option.
- Chia Seeds: These give the oats a nice creamy texture (plus protein and fiber!). You can skip them, but your overnight oats won’t be quite as creamy.
- Brown Sugar: I prefer light brown sugar, but dark brown sugar works too for richer flavor.
- Maple Syrup: Pure maple syrup is the best choice here—skip the pancake syrup for the most natural flavor. I have not tried this with maple extract so not sure how much to use.
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See recipe card below with ingredient amounts.
Step 1: Combine oats, chia seeds, brown sugar, maple syrup, and milk to a small jar.
Step 2: Stir to combine.
Step 3: Cover and refrigerate overnight, or at least 6-8 hours.
Variations
We love these oats just the way they are, but you can easily change them up. Swap a tablespoon of oats for another ingredient, mix in extra flavor, or top them off with something delicious for added nutrition and variety.
Swaps
Replace 1 tablespoon of oats with:
- Peanut butter, or other nut butter
- A chopped date
- Raisins or cranberries
- Mini chocolate chips
Optional Add-Ins
- A pinch of cinnamon
- Vanilla extract
Topping Ideas
- Fresh banana slices or other fresh fruit
- Chopped nuts
- A sprinkle of brown sugar
- A drizzle of maple syrup
Frequently Asked Questions
I haven’t tried it but it’s my understanding that it will work. If you try it let me know how it turns out!
No, you can use any airtight container, if it is truly airtight.
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Maple Brown Sugar Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- ½ cup + 2 tbsp quick oats
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 2 tsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Add oats, milk, chia seeds, brown sugar, and maple syrup to a small jar.
- Stir to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight, or at least 6-8 hours.
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