Blended Overnight Oats

Common Questions

What are the benefits of blended overnight oats?

Blended overnight oats are not only quick and easy to make, but they also have the dreamiest, smooth and creamy texture—almost like a healthy pudding! Blending everything together helps break down the oats, making them easier to digest and giving you a totally different (but still filling!) breakfast experience. They’re perfect for busy mornings, easy to customize, and packed with fiber, healthy carbs, and protein to keep you full and energized. Plus, they taste amazing straight from the fridge!

What not to add in overnight oats?

Avoid anything that could affect the texture or spoil overnight. Super watery fruits (like watermelon), crunchy toppings (like granola), or anything that needs to stay crisp are best added right before serving. You’ll also want to avoid using citrus juice or overly acidic ingredients in the base mix, as they can separate or curdle the milk. And while it might be tempting to toss in everything at once, less is more—especially when you’re going for that ultra-smooth blended texture!

With 20 grams of protein, these Blended Overnight Oats have been my favorite high-protein breakfast recipe lately! I love that they’re creamy, sweet, filling, and can be made in under 10 minutes. And with over 2 million views on TikTok, these oats have gone viral multiple times! They’re perfect for prepping a big batch and keeping healthy breakfasts on hand for the week. If you don’t like the texture of regular overnight oats, you’ll love this Blended Overnight Oats recipe!

Blended Overnight Oats Recipe: The Creamiest Breakfast Oats!

Why blend overnight oats? Because you get the creamiest oats that taste like you’re eating cookie dough for breakfast! Don’t get me wrong, I love my classic overnight oats for breakfast. But there’s just something different and SO good about this blended overnight oats recipe!

They’re creamy and sweet and have the perfect texture. You can add any mix-ins or toppings you want! I love chocolate chips and peanut butter or almond butter for a cookie dough flavor, but these oats could also be delicious with fresh strawberries, chopped nuts, coconut flakes, and so much more. Easily make them vegan and adjust the sweetness to taste!

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Blended Oats Recipe Ingredients

Rolled Oats – Old-fashioned oats (rolled oats) are the best type for overnight oats.

Almond Milk – Any type of plant-based milk or regular milk works great! Soy milk, oat milk, and even coconut milk are all delicious.

Greek Yogurt – Easily make this recipe vegan by using a plant-based thick yogurt!

Maple Syrup – Adjust the amount to taste. This sweetens the oats!

Vanilla Protein Powder (opens in a new tab) – This is my favorite type of protein powder for overnight oats. Feel free to adjust the amount to your own nutritional needs or you can even omit it completely!

Toppings for Protein Powder Overnight Oats

• Fresh Berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• Sliced Banana & Cinnamon
• Chopped Nuts (walnuts, almonds, pecans)
• Nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew butter)
• Chia Seeds
• Homemade Granola
• Coconut Flakes
• Chocolate Chips or Cacao Nibs
• Dried Fruit (raisins, cranberries, apricots)
• Pumpkin Seeds
• Lemon Zest & Poppy Seeds

How to Make Blended Overnight Oats

It could not be easier to make these yummy high-protein oats for breakfast! Here’s how to make Blended Overnight Oats in just 5-10 minutes:

1. Combine the ingredients in a blender.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Pour into mason jars or overnight oat jars.
4. Add any toppings or mix-ins.
5. Add airtight lids and refrigerate overnight. Enjoy in the morning!

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Tips for the BEST Overnight Blended Oats

• Adjust the thickness of these oats to taste! If the oats seem too thick in the morning, add a little more milk and mix.
• You can also adjust the sweetness of the oats by adding more (or less) maple syrup!
• Want more protein? Mix in (or blend) chia seeds, flax seeds, nut butter, or more protein powder.

My Favorite Jars for Overnight Oats

I get so many questions about my overnight oats jars! Here are a few of my favorites:

• These Vintage Glass Coffee Mugs with Lids (opens in a new tab) are perfect for overnight oats! They’re so pretty, too.
• If you’re storing a big batch of these in the fridge, then these Glass Overnight Oats Containers (opens in a new tab) come with a lid and a spoon.
• You can’t go wrong with simple mason jars and airtight lids (opens in a new tab) especially if you’re planning on storing these long-term in the freezer!

Storing Blended Oats

To meal prep oats, make a big batch of this recipe and pour it into jars with airtight lids. If you’re using fresh fruit as a topping, it’s best to wait until you’re ready to eat them to add the toppings! Otherwise, you can go ahead and add toppings/mix-ins.

These Blended Overnight Oats can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days! They can also be frozen for up to 3 months. When ready to enjoy, thaw them in the fridge the night before. In the morning, add milk to adjust the thickness (if necessary), and add any toppings you want!

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