Cookie Dough Overnight Oats are a fun, prep ahead breakfast made with simple ingredients you probably already own. Simply grab one for a quick and easy breakfast or camping meal.
Suitable for vegan and gluten free diets.
Need a quick easy breakfast that can be made ahead the night before for more relaxed mornings? Or for eating whilst out camping?
Then look no further than these Cookie Dough Overnight Oats that will be loved by the whole family. Yes please to cookie dough flavors in breakfast #amiright?
Overnight oats are really perfect for meal prep. They require no cooking, just combine ingredients, chill or keep cool and dreamy creamy oatmeal for breakfast is the result.
Whip up a a batch at the start of the week and devour them all week long for breakfasts, eating on the go, around the campfire, brunch and even dinner. You are welcome.
Why Make This Recipe
- A filling breakfast the whole family will love.
- So easy that kids can make it with no supervision.
- Made with affordable ingredients found in any store.
- Can be scaled up for a crowd or halved as needed.
- Great camping breakfast or lunch.
- It is highly customizable with different add-ins like nuts, fruit and more.
Ingredient Notes
- Oats – Use rolled oats for the best texture. Make sure they are gluten free for a gluten free diet.
- Milk – I prefer using almond milk, but any variety works.
- Brown sugar – To give a touch of sweetness. Use maple syrup or honey if you prefer.
- Spices – Cinnamon and vanilla extract adds so much fragrance and flavor.
- Chocolate chips – I used semi-sweet, but pick the variety you prefer.
How To Make Overnight Oats
Get full ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.
- Measure everything out (excluding the chocolate chips) and combine in a bowl.
- Portion out into prepared jars.
- Refrigerate or keep cool overnight.
- Serve in the morning topped with chocolate chips.
Tips For Success
- Use plain old fashioned rolled oats – these give the best results.
- Add fruit before serving – fruit will last a little less time than they oats, so add in fruit just before eating.
- Portion before chilling – portion into serving size amounts before chilling. That way you can just grab and eat straight from the fridge / chiller.
Delicious Variations
These Cookie Dough Overnight Oats are good as is, but here are a few variations you can try. Add in:
- Nutella and Banana slices.
- Grated apples and raisins.
- Peanut butter and jelly.
- Shredded coconut and flaked almonds.
- Finely shredded carrots and walnut pieces.
Budget-Friendly Tips
- Use water – Use water instead of milk or half water and half milk.
- Shop sales – Buy ingredients on sale, use coupons or look for discounts in shopping apps.
- Buy store brands – Store brand ingredients will be less expensive than name brands.
Make Ahead, Storage & Meal Prep
- Prep ahead – Mix the ingredients overnight a refrigerate.
- Store – You can store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freeze – Freezing this recipe is not recommended.
- Meal prep –
- These are great for meal prep since they last for 5 days.
- Vary it up by adding in different mix in like nut butters, seeds, fruit, yogurt, or even shredded veggies each morning.
FAQs
It is best to use rolled oats. Quick oats will be too soft and steel cut oats will not be edible using this recipe.
No – you can make a big batch in one bowl and refrigerate. Family and guests can just help themselves as needed.
If oats have too much liquid, just mix in some extra oats or chia seeds and wait for 10 minutes. If oats are not scoop-able enough, just stir in a little extra milk.
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Tools To Make This
- A handy mixing bowl.
- Measuring cups and spoons.
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Get The Cookie Dough Overnight Oats Recipe:
Cookie Dough Overnight Oats
Equipment
Ingredients
Instructions
- Place milk, oats, cinnamon, vanilla and brown sugar into a large bowl and stir to combine
- Portion the mixture into individual serving sized jars or meal prep containers.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Top with chocolate chips before serving.
Notes
- Use plain old fashioned rolled oats – these give the best results.
- Add fruit before serving – fruit will last a little less time than they oats, so add in fruit just before eating.
- Portion before refrigerating – portion into serving size amounts before chilling. That way you can just grab and eat straight from the fridge.
- Use water – use water instead of milk or half water and half milk.
- Shop sales – buy ingredients on sale, use coupons or look for discounts in shopping apps.
- Buy store brands – store-brand ingredients will be less expensive than name brands.
- Storage – keep in covered containers inside the fridge for up to 5 days.
Beth
My hubby and I loved this recipe! Perfect for our quick mornings! I will be making this again!
Claudia Lamascolo
What a comforting breakfast the smell if so delicious you just cant wait to dive in when its ready we love this recipe
Marie-Charlotte Chatelain
OMG this sounds like utter heaven to me! What an amazing way to start your day!
Caroline
We do enjoy overnight oats but I haven’t tried it seasoned like this – will have to add to the list!
Biana
Yum! These overnight oats sound so healthy and delicious. What a perfect breakfast.