Overnight Oats with Frozen Fruit – Carmy

February 5, 2023

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Overnight Oats with Frozen Fruit – Carmy

Posted: Feb 5, 2023 Last Modified: Feb 3, 2023 by Carmy · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Easy, healthy, and delicious, this overnight oats with frozen fruit recipe is a quick and simple way to make a flavorful breakfast or snack. It’s thick, creamy, and perfect for when your favorite fruit is out of season! Make them the night before for a healthy grab-and-go breakfast for the next morning.

If you’re like me, cravings for out-of-season fruit always hit hardest in the middle of winter. Seriously, it’s always when raspberries are, like, at the most expensive price point, is when I get a hankering for them! So, this overnight oats with frozen fruit recipe is perfect for those winter mornings when you don’t have any fresh fruit on hand.

Two glasses of overnight oats with frozen fruit on a white board with another jar in the background.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This is a budget-friendly breakfast or snack. Frozen fruit is much more affordable than fresh, especially in the winter. Plus, rolled oats are also pretty budget-friendly, making for a tasty but cost-friendly breakfast.
It’s a healthy and nutritious way to start off the day! Between the rolled oats, frozen fruit, and chia seeds, you’ll have a nutrient-packed breakfast! They’re also filling and hearty! This overnight oats with frozen berries will keep you feeling satisfied until lunch.
They’re a versatile meal prep! Since the base is pretty neutral in flavor, you can add any frozen fruit of your choice to make it taste how you’d like.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Ingredients needed to make overnight oats with frozen fruit.

rolled oats — make sure you are using old-fashioned rolled oats. Instant oats and quick oats do not hold up as well, so I do not prefer the texture.
chia seeds — chia seeds come in both black and white seeds, but there is no difference in nutritional content. They’re also an excellent source of plant-based protein! When they absorb the water, it helps thicken the overnight oats.
milk — you can use any water or milk of your choice, from cow’s milk to non-dairy milk. If you don’t have milk, you can make it with water, like my overnight oats with water recipe.
maple syrup — you can also use honey if you prefer.
yogurt — to help with the creaminess of the overnight oats, the yogurt works with the chia seeds to give the overnight oats a creamy texture. If you don’t have yogurt, you can use applesauce or mashed bananas. You can use regular or plant-based yogurt.
frozen fruit or mixed berries — use your favorite pairing or favorite fruit! I usually use a berries mix such as blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, etc.
vanilla extract — I always recommend using real vanilla extract and not artificial extract. Don’t have any? Skip it! No biggie.
salt — just a pinch to help enhance the flavors in the overnight oats.

How to Make Overnight Oats with Frozen Fruit

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In a bowl, mix together the milk, maple syrup, and yogurt.
Add the old-fashioned rolled oats, chia seeds, and frozen fruit/berries.

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Mix until well combined. Put the mixture into the fridge in a large airtight container (or individual containers) for at least 4 hours but preferably overnight.
When ready to enjoy, stir well and add any desired toppings.

A glass of overnight oats with frozen fruit with a spoonful lifted out.

Recipe Tips and Notes

You can use flavored yogurt to add some extra flavor to the overnight oats. Fruit flavored yogurt is a nice addition to the overnight oats as it adds even more fruit flavor.
You can add a couple of spoonfuls of nut butter to the overnight oats to add extra protein and flavor.
Since the frozen fruit will thaw during the overnight process, it will release liquid. If you’re worried about the extra liquid, you can add an extra tablespoon of chia seeds or rolled oats to help absorb some of the liquid. However, it’s not mandatory – just stir the oats a bit to mix the liquid back in.
For an on-to-go meal, mason jars are great. 16-ounce wide-mouth mason jars are great if you plan on adding toppings, so you don’t spill anything. I also LOVE a good weck jar. They’re so pretty.

A glass of overnight oats with frozen fruit with a spoon inside with another jar out of focus in the back.

Make Ahead Tips

Meal prep: store the overnight oats without any toppings in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge.
Freezer: to freeze overnight oats, portion out the oats in small containers, then freeze! Thaw the overnight oats in the fridge for 6-8 hours/overnight before you’d like to eat them. You can store water-based overnight oats in the freezer for up to 2 months.

What are overnight oats?

Overnight oats are a no-cook method of making oatmeal! It’s made by soaking rolled oats in some liquid overnight, so they become soft and digestible.

Do you eat overnight oats hot or cold?

If you’re not a fan of a cold breakfast, no biggie! You can microwave the overnight oats until warmed through before enjoying them for breakfast.

Are overnight oats healthy?

I would consider this blueberry overnight oats recipe to be healthy as the ingredients are rich in fiber, protein, and antioxidants. They also contain a wide range of vitamins and minerals!

Can you use steel-cut oats for overnight oats?

While you can use steel-cut oats, keep in mind that steel-cut oats will need to be soaked longer, and the texture will be dense and chewy in comparison. This blueberry overnight oats recipe, in particular, uses rolled oats, so I recommend following the recipe if this is your first time making overnight oats.

A jar of overnight oats with frozen fruit with a spoon inside with a small jar of mixed berries and another jar in the background.

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