Maple Raisin Overnight Oats

Maple raisin overnight oats are our go-to overnight oats recipe because it uses ingredients we always have on hand. The combination of sweet maple syrup, plump juicy raisins, fragrant cinnamon, and creamy milk is a winner in our book. In the morning we top it with nuts for added texture. Easy, quick, and nutritious!

These overnight oats are a great way to get started on your overnight oat journey. We used to cringe at the thought of cold oats. Oatmeal should be warm and steaming out of our breakfast bowl, or so we thought. Once you get your consistency right, it's as comforting in our opinion.

Maple raisin overnight oats are one of our favorites because of their sweet and tangy flavors, warm spices, and seasonal fall flavors. Bonus, it uses ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.

And guess what? Overnight oats are a meal preppers' dream. Make a big batch at the beginning of the week and you will be set for days with a nourishing and filling breakfast.

These maple overnight oats use ingredients you probably already have on hand.

• Rolled oats Look for old-fashioned or rolled oats. Avoid instant or quick cooking for this recipe.
• Pure maple syrup For sweetening the oatmeal.
• Raisins Use dark or golden raisins. Feel free to substitute sultanas or dried currants.
• Chia seeds
• Milk Any milk of your choice.
• Cinnamon
• Nuts for topping (optional)

See the recipe card for quantities.

You will need two tight-fitting jars or lidded containers. Mason jars or leftover jam jars work well.

How to prepare the maple raisin oats

If you are meal prepping, use the recipe scaler located on the recipe card.

Start by adding the oats to a Mason jar or lidded container.

Next add the chia seeds, raisins, maple syrup, and cinnamon.

Next, add milk. Cover the jar and give it a good shake to mix all the ingredients, or stir to combine.

Place in the fridge for at least 5 hours or overnight.

The next morning, take out your jar from the refrigerator and give it a good stir. The texture should be thick, creamy, and pudding-like-ready to be enjoyed! You can top your maple raisin overnight oats with more raisins or even some toasted nuts.

Substitutions and variations

• Use other dried fruit in place of the raisins. Chopped dates or apricots work well.
• You can use any milk of your choice. Try some vanilla almond milk for added flavor.
• Play around with spices such as cloves or a little nutmeg.
• In place of the maple syrup, try using honey or date syrup.

Keeping leftovers

Well, you already know these can be made ahead! We make up to 5 jars in advance for the workweek. You can also fill your jars ahead of time, and add milk the night before you are ready to use.

Top tip

Add your nuts right before eating or else they will get soggy. You want to maintain their yummy crunch!

Kitchen questions

Are overnight oats healthy?

Overnight oats are a healthy and nutritious choice for breakfast, as long as you don't add too much sugar. Oats are filled with fiber and keep you full longer and they are known to contain many vitamins and minerals.

Are overnight oats supposed to be eaten warm or cold?

Overnight oats are supposed to be eaten cold. The overnight soaking will make the oats creamy like you would see with hot oatmeal, but you can heat them if you prefer.

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Ingredients

Makes 2

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 2 tbsp raisins
• 1 tsp chia seeds
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tbsp sliced raw almonds, or nut of your choice

Equipment

• mason jars or lidded containers

Method

1. Divide the oats, raisins, chia seeds, cinnamon, and maple syrup into mason jars or lidded containers. Add the milk and stir.

2. Let it sit in the fridge for 5 hours or overnight.

3. In the morning, top with the almonds or nuts of your choice.

Kitchen notes

This recipe is easily modified, and can be halved to make one serving.