Getting everyone up, dressed, fed and out the door with your sanity intact on weekday mornings can be a challenge. Overnight oats are a brilliant answer — prep them in a jar or bowl the night before, pop them in the fridge, and breakfast is ready to grab in seconds, even for fussy eaters.
Here are 10 quick and easy overnight oats recipes that kids will love, from classic combos to fun flavours like chocolate banana and blueberry.
Jump to a recipe:
1. Easy Overnight Oats
2. Strawberries & Cream Overnight Oats
3. Dee’s No-Cook Oat & Raspberry Pots
4. Chocolate Banana Overnight Oats
5. Apple Cobbler Overnight Oats
6. Raspberry Peach Overnight Oats
7. Banana Bread Overnight Oats
8. Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
9. Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
10. Blueberry Overnight Oats
Easy Overnight Oats Recipes
#1. Easy Overnight Oats
ScratchMommy’s basic recipe for Easy Overnight Oats is the classic favourite the whole family will enjoy. Made simply with oats, almond milk and maple syrup or honey, you can enjoy it as it is, or add whatever frozen, fresh or dried fruit, seeds and toppings you like to make different combinations.
#2. Strawberries & Cream Overnight Oats
Image: Laura Fuentes
This tasty Strawberry & Cream Overnight Oats recipe from Laura Fuentes combines whole milk or coconut milk with oats and strawberries. The “cream” comes from the whole milk, and it includes a little flax seed for added goodness. Yum!
#3. Dee’s No-Cook Oat & Raspberry Pots
Dee’s No-Cook Oat and Raspberry Breakfast Pots are the perfect no-fuss, quick and healthy breakfast the whole family will love, with tasty frozen raspberries that thaw overnight, combined with oats and yoghurt.
#4. Chocolate Banana Overnight Oats
My Fussy Eater’s recipe for Cocoa Banana Overnight Oats will be a winner with the kids, and it’s super quick and easy to whip up the night before too.
#5. Apple Cobbler Overnight Oats
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This Apple Cobbler Overnight Oats Recipe from Super Healthy Kids is prepped in just 5 minutes, and uses apple chunks and cinnamon, topped with a tasty “crumble.” Perfect for a speedy breakfast come morning time.
#6. Raspberry Peach Overnight Oats
Image: Natasha’s Kitchen
We love the sound of these Raspberry Peach Overnight Oats from Natasha’s Kitchen, which combine the oats with delicious fresh flavours. Natasha’s Kitchen also has lots of tips on other flavour combinations you could try, plus additions like chia seeds and nuts to change things up.
#7. Banana Bread Overnight Oats
Image: Eating Bird Food
If you want the delicious flavours of banana bread for breakfast, try these Banana Bread Overnight Oats from Eating Bird Food. They’re perfect for an everyday breakfast or snack, but could also make a fun brunch.
#8. Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Image: Minimalist Baker
These Peanut Butter Overnight Oats from Minimalist Baker are delicious! This creamy, satisfying breakfast is as simple as it gets — 5 ingredients, 5 minutes prep time, no fancy methods, and simple ingredients.
#9. Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
Image: Quaker Oats
Quaker Oats’ recipe for Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats makes a thick, creamy and easy breakfast option when mornings get busy. The classic combination of apple and cinnamon is delicious year-round, but particularly cosy in the autumn and winter months.
#10. Blueberry Overnight Oats
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Alpha Foodie’s Blueberry Overnight Oats are a quick, simple, healthy make-ahead breakfast. These oats with blueberry yoghurt are perfect for those short on time in the morning, and are a brilliant way to start the day. To keep the recipe even healthier, you can make the blueberry yoghurt yourself by combining plain yoghurt with fresh blueberries.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do overnight oats keep in the fridge?
Most overnight oats stay good for up to 3–4 days when stored in a sealed jar or container in the fridge, so you can prep a batch of two or three at once for busy weeks.
Can I make overnight oats dairy-free?
Yes — any of these recipes work well with plant-based milks such as oat, almond, coconut or soya milk instead of dairy milk. If a recipe calls for yoghurt, a dairy-free yoghurt alternative works just as well.
Do overnight oats need to be cooked?
No — that’s the beauty of them. The oats soften naturally as they soak in milk or yoghurt overnight, so there’s no cooking involved. Just mix, chill, and eat straight from the fridge or gently warmed if your child prefers it that way.
Can I prep overnight oats for the whole week?
It’s best to make no more than 2–3 days’ worth at a time to keep them tasting fresh, especially if you’re adding fresh fruit. You can always mix up the flavours across the week using the recipes above.
Are overnight oats a good breakfast for fussy eaters?
Many parents find overnight oats work well for fussy eaters because you can start with a simple base and let your child choose their own toppings — fruit, a swirl of nut butter, or a drizzle of honey — to make it feel like their own creation.
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