Oatmeal with blueberries and yogurt

🥣 Oatmeal & Blueberry Yogurt Bowl

Ingredients (Serves 1)

• ½ cup rolled oats (old-fashioned)

• ½ cup milk (dairy or plant-based)

• ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt (adds creaminess & protein/probiotics)

• ¼–½ cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)

• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)

• 1 tsp chia seeds (optional for extra fiber & texture)

• Pinch of cinnamon (optional)

Method

1. Cook the oats

   • Hot: Bring oats and milk to a simmer on the stove, cook 5–7 minutes until creamy.

   • Cold (overnight): Mix oats, milk, yogurt, berries, sweetener, chia, and cinnamon in a jar; refrigerate 4+ hours or overnight simplyoatmeal.com+15extension.unh.edu+15eatingwell.com+15reddit.comreddit.comgraciouslynourished.comreddit.com+5reddit.com+5eatingwell.com+5.

2. Stir in yogurt (if cooking hot) to make the oats creamy and rich.

3. Add toppings

   • Stir in half the blueberries and save the rest for topping after cooking or chilling.

   • Drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired.

4. Serve & enjoy!

   • Hot bowls are wonderfully warming; overnight oats are perfect cold, with thick, spoonable texture.

🧠 Why It Works

• Fiber + Probiotics = Gut Friendly: Oats and berries add prebiotic fiber, while yogurt introduces gut-supporting probiotics .

• Antioxidant Powerhouse: Blueberries bring anthocyanins to support brain and overall health .

• Balanced Nutrition: Protein from yogurt, carbs and fiber from oats/berries—keeps you full and satisfied graciouslynourished.com+15eatingwell.com+15extension.unh.edu+15.

🧩 Variations & Mix-Ins

• Add crunch: Stir in walnuts, pecans, or granola.

• Amplify nutrients: Use almond or flaxseeds, nut butter, or extra fruit.

• Switch it up: Swap blueberries with strawberries, raspberries, or chopped apple.

• Flavor twist: Try vanilla extract, a dollop of jam, or a sprinkle of cocoa nibs.

😋 Simple Overnight Oats Template

1. ⅓–½ cup oats

2. ⅓–½ cup milk

3. ¼ cup yogurt

4. ¼–½ cup berries

5. 1 tsp sweetener + optional seeds/spices

6. Mix, fridge, serve with fresh toppings thedeliciousplate.com+1reddit.com+1glamour.com+6simplyoatmeal.com+6thedeliciousplate.com+6tastyrewards.com+2graciouslynourished.com+2reddit.com+2.

✅ Quick Recap

• Choose rolled oats, not instant, for better texture.

• Combine fiber, protein, probiotics, and antioxidants for a well-rounded breakfast.

• Prep ahead? Go overnight for a grab-and-go breakfast.

• Served hot or cold—versatility is the name of the game.

Would you like a protein-packed, vegan, gluten-free, or savory twist version of this bowl? Just let me know!