🫐 Overnight Oats Blueberry Muffin Shake
Ingredients (makes 1 large or 2 small shakes):
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⅓ cup rolled oats
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½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt)
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½ cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
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½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
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1 tbsp maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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¼ tsp ground cinnamon
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Pinch salt
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Optional boost: 1 tbsp chia seeds or ground flaxseed; ¼ tsp almond extract; a handful of spinach
Instructions:
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Soak the oats overnight:
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In a jar or container, combine oats, yogurt, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
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Stir in blueberries (fresh or frozen).
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Seal the container and refrigerate overnight (at least 6 hours).
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Blend the shake:
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In the morning, pour the oat mixture into a blender.
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Blend until smooth and creamy (add a splash of extra milk if it’s too thick).
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Taste & adjust:
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Sweeten if needed with more syrup or honey.
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For extra blueberry flavor, add a few fresh berries on top or swirl in a spoonful of blueberry compote.
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Serve:
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Pour into a glass or shaker bottle and enjoy immediately—or take it to go!
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✨ Customizable Flavors:
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Protein boost: Add a scoop of vanilla or unflavored protein powder.
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Nuts-n-cheese: Stir in a handful of almonds or walnuts before soaking.
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Green twist: Add a handful of spinach—flavor stays mild, color brightens.
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Berry mix: Swap half the blueberries for raspberries or strawberries.
💡 Prep & Storage:
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Prep multiple jars at once for 3–4 breakfasts.
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Keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days.
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The shake thickens as it sits—reblend with milk before drinking.
Would you like the full nutrition breakdown, a vegan variation, or tips for making it low-sugar or low-carb?