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Blackberry Overnight Oats

Blackberry Overnight Oats, a simple overnight oats recipe made with rolled oats, chia seeds, and fresh or frozen blackberries. Great on-the-go breakfast or snack!

a mason jar with purple blackberry flavored overnight oats with a gold fork on a white table

Love overnight oats? Make them with blackberries! This simple chilled refrigerator oats recipes uses fresh blackberries blended with plant-based milk to flavor the oats and chia seeds.

👉 Ready to learn how to make overnight oats with blackberries? Let’s do it!


🍒 Ingredients

  • Rolled oats: The main ingredient that provides a hearty and filling base to the recipe, as well as a good source of fiber and nutrients.
  • Plant-based milk: Provides a creamy texture and additional flavor to the oats, as well as a source of calcium and vitamins.
  • Chia seeds: Adds thickness and creaminess to the oats, as well as extra fiber, protein, and healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
  • Maple syrup: Adds natural sweetness to the oats and balances the tangy flavor of the blackberries.
  • Vanilla extract: Enhances the flavor of the oats and adds a subtle sweetness.
  • Blackberries: Provides a natural sweetness and tanginess to the oats, as well as a source of vitamin C and antioxidants. You can use either fresh or frozen blackberries.
  • Recommended tools: high powered blender or handheld immersion blender, glass jars with lids
bowls of oats, chia seeds, milk, vanilla, maple syrup and blackberries on a white table
Ingredients: oats, chia seeds, milk, vanilla, maple syrup, blackberries

🥣 How to make (step-by-step photos)

1️⃣ Step One: Blend blackberries

To do this, simply add sliced blackberries, plant-based milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to a high powered blender and blend until smooth (alternatively, you can also add all ingredients to a bowl and use a handheld immersion blender).

👉 Pro tip: While many blackberry overnight oats recipes are simply just unflavored overnight oats with blackberries on top, in this recipe we’re going to flavor the oats themselves by blending blueberries and mixing with the oats.

blended blackberry-flavored milk inside a blender
Blend blackberries with milk, vanilla, and maple syrup

2️⃣ Step Two: Mix overnight oat ingredients

Next it’s time to mix the overnight oat ingredients. To so this, first add rolled oats and chia seeds to a small jar.

Then pour the blended blackberry-flavored milk mixture over the oats, then close the jar with a lid and shake well to mix the ingredients.

👉 Container tip: If you don’t have a jar, you can alternatively mix the ingredients in a bowl and then add to a small glass.

rolled oats and blackberry-flavored milk inside a mason jar on a white table
Mix oats, chia seeds, and blackberry milk

3️⃣ Step Three: Chill oats overnight

Close the lid on your jar and place it in the refrigerator at least 4 hours, but for best results 8+ hours.

A great time to make overnight oats in right before bed to enjoy them in the morning (hence the name, “overnight” oats).

a jar of blackberry chia pudding garnished with blackberries and granola
Chill overnight

4️⃣ Step Four: Garnish and serve

When you’re ready to eat the oats, simply remove the jar or glass from the refrigerator, top with garnishes like blackberries or granola, and enjoy!

a close up photo of overnight oats garnished with granola and blackberries
Garnish and enjoy!

❓ Recipe questions + quick tips

What are the best plant-based milks for overnight oats?

Some of the best plant-based milks for overnight oats are almond milk, coconut milk, and oat milk, as they have a creamy texture and subtle flavors that complement the oats well.

How long should I soak the oats overnight for the best texture?

For the best texture, it is recommended to soak the oats in plant-based milk overnight for at least 4-6 hours or ideally up to 12 hours, as this allows the oats to absorb the liquid and soften to a creamy consistency.

Can I use frozen blackberries instead of fresh ones for making blackberry overnight oats?

Yes, you can use frozen blackberries instead of fresh ones for making blackberry overnight oats, as they will thaw and soften overnight in the refrigerator and create a similar texture and flavor.


🧊 How to store

  1. Refrigerator storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container (the jar you made it in) in the refrigerator for 2-3 days (3-4 days total storing time, depending on how far ahead you prepared the oats).
  2. Freezer storage: Freezing is not recommended, as the oat texture will be very soggy after thawing.
a jar of blackberry chia seed pudding with granola and fresh blackberries on a white table

👉 More overnight oats recipes

Want more overnight oats recipes with fresh fruit? Try Blueberry Overnight Oats, Plum Overnight Oats, and Cherry Overnight Oats.

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Blackberry Overnight Oats

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Blackberry Overnight Oats, a simple overnight oats recipe made with rolled oats, chia seeds, and fresh or frozen blackberries. Great on-the-go breakfast or snack!
a jar of blackberry chia seed pudding with granola and fresh blackberries on a white table
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Kristina Todini, RDN
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooling Time 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes

Equipment

  • 1 high powered blender
  • 1 mason jar or glass

Ingredients 

  • ½ cup blackberries fresh or frozen
  • ½ cup plant-based milk
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • Optional garnishes: blackberries, granola, nuts or seeds

Instructions

  • Blend blackberries: Add blackberries, plant-based milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to a high powered blender and blend until smooth (alternatively, you can also add all ingredients to a bowl and use a handheld immersion blender).
    ½ cup blackberries, ½ cup plant-based milk, 2 teaspoons maple syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Mix overnight oat ingredients: Add rolled oats and chia seeds to a small jar. Pour the blended blackberry mixture over the oats, then close the jar with a lid and shake well to mix the ingredients. If you don’t have a jar, you can alternatively mix the ingredients in a bowl and then add to a small glass.
    ½ cup rolled oats, 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • Chill overnight: Close the lid on your jar and place it in the refrigerator at least 4 hours, but for best results 8+ hours. A great time to make overnight oats in right before bed to enjoy them in the morning.
  • Serve: Remove the jar or glass from the refrigerator, top with garnishes (optional), and enjoy.
    Optional garnishes: blackberries, granola, nuts or seeds

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 356kcalCarbohydrates: 61gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gSodium: 63mgPotassium: 409mgFiber: 13gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 407IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 306mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Prep ahead: Overnight oats are made to prep at least 8 hours ahead. Make a batch up to 3-4 days ahead of serving.
Leftovers and storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container (the jar you made it in) in the refrigerator for 2-3 days (3-4 days total storing time, depending on how far ahead you prepared the oats). Do not freeze.
Nutrition notes: Nutrition information is an estimate and includes all ingredients except the optional garnishes. This recipe uses only plant-based ingredients and is gluten free (if using certified gluten free oats).
Course Breakfast + Brunch
Cuisine Gluten Free, Vegan
Keyword blackberry overnight oats

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