Jump to RecipeThese Blueberry-Apricot Overnight Oats are the perfect breakfast to enjoy in the summer. They are refreshing, packed with nutrients, and so delicious. Made with fresh and wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, blueberries, apricots, and chia seeds. Quick and easy to make.
Blueberry-Apricot Overnight Oats
If you’re not familiar with overnight oats let me give you a quick run down. Overnight oats are the easiest breakfast you will ever make. They basically cook themselves. Prep the night before usually takes anywhere between 3-5 minutes or even less! Depending on how fast you are at scooping and pouring things. Wake up the next morning to breakfast done and ready to-go!
These Blueberry-Apricot Overnight Oats are the perfect summer combo! Both of these fruits are abundant during this season. They are both tasty, nourishing fruits that are rich in many nutrients. Combined, they make a delicious flavor in these overnight oats. They are also so refreshing, just perfect to enjoy on a hot summer morning!
Ingredients needed to make Blueberry-Apricot Overnight Oats:
- Rolled Oats– Also known as old fashioned oats. Make sure they are gluten-free certified if you need them to be.
- Almond Milk– I like to use unsweetened. You can also use any milk of preference tho.
- Blueberries– Use fresh blueberries for best flavor.
- Apricot– You can also use other stone fruit such as peaches, cherries or nectarines.
- Chia Seeds– They thicken your oats as they sit in the fridge overnight. This is what essentially “cooks” your oats.
- Cinnamon– Adds a nice spice and flavor.
- Maple Syrup– For more sweetness.
Equipment needed to make Blueberry-Apricot Overnight Oats:
- 16 oz wide mouth mason jar with lid (or similar size)- These are perfect to fit all of the ingredients in. The tight lid also helps the oats stay fresh overnight and for a couple of days after too.
- Measuring cups– To measure oats, pineapple, coconut milk and coconut cream.
- Measuring spoons– For measuring chia seeds and vanilla extract.
How to make Blueberry-Apricot Overnight Oats:
- Step 1– In a 16 oz wide mouth mason jar layer ingredients. Combine oats, blueberries, apricots, chia seeds, cinnamon, maple syrup, and almond milk. Tightly seal jar with lid and shake well making sure all ingredients are well combined.
- Step 2– Place oats in the fridge and refrigerate overnight.
- Step 3– The next morning, remove oats from the fridge and remove lid. Use a spoon to give them a good stir. Top with more apricots and blueberries and any other desired toppings. Enjoy!
Tips and Substitutions:
- Use fresh fruit for better results– Use fresh and ripe blueberries and apricots for best taste. Using ripe fruit will add natural sweetness to your overnight oats.
- Substitute for maple syrup– You can use honey.
- Use any milk you wish- You can use any plant-based or dairy milk you desire.
- Switch up your apricots for other stove fruit– Peaches or nectarines would be great in this recipe too.
- Switch up your blueberries– Use other berries such as blackberries or raspberries.
- Add more toppings– Once you are ready to serve your overnight oats add more toppings like more apricots and blueberries, coconut chips or shredded coconuts, seeds or nuts, etc.
Toppings for your Blueberry-Apricot Overnight Oats:
- Fresh Apricots
- Fresh Blueberries
- Coconut Chips
- Shredded Coconut
- Hemp Hearts
- Raw Nuts (Walnuts, Almonds, Pecans, Cashews)
- Nut Butter (Almond or Peanut Butter)
- Seeds (Pumpkin, Sunflower, etc)
Blueberry-Apricot Overnight Oats FAQ’s:
What are Overnight Oats?
If you’re reading this and have no idea what overnight oats are then I’ll briefly explain. Overnight Oats are oatmeal that is made the night before by mixing a few different ingredients and leaving them to refrigerate overnight. The next day, you just have to take it out, stir it, add any additional toppings you may like and eat it. That’s it.
What not to add in overnight oats?
Don’t add toppings to overnight oats until the next morning. Extra toppings will soak into the oat mixture and can change the texture and overall taste of the oats.
Are overnight oats still healthy?
Yes. Overnight oats are very healthy. They are an excellent source of protein, fiber, and other vitamins and minerals. Especially since you can mix them with so many other healthy ingredients such as fresh fruit, nut butters, nuts, veggies, etc. Overnight oats make for a nutrient-dense breakfast and a great source of energy.
Do you eat overnight oats warm or cold?
Overnight oats are generally served cold. This is one of the reasons why they are so convenient. Essentially all you have to do is mix all of the ingredients in a mason jar, refrigerate overnight, then eat them the next morning. However, you can warm them up if you prefer to. Just pop them in the microwave for 30 seconds to a minute.
Meal prepping it:
These overnight oats are perfect for meal prepping. They come together in less than two minutes with minimal effort and prep work. Add these to your weekly meal plan.
How to store your Blueberry-Apricot Overnight Oats:
The best way I recommend to store your Blueberry-Apricot Overnight Oats is in a mason jar. If you don’t have a mason jar, use any container with an air-tight lid. Keep refrigerated overnight and they are ready in the morning. You can keep these overnight oats in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
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Blueberry-Apricot Overnight Oats
These Blueberry-Apricot Overnight Oats are the perfect breakfast to enjoy in the summer. They are refreshing, packed with nutrients, and so delicious. Made with fresh and wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, blueberries, apricots, and chia seeds. Quick and easy to make.
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1/2
cup
rolled oats
-
1/4
cup
blueberries
-
1
apricot pitted and chopped into small pieces
-
1
tbsp
chia seeds
-
1/2
tbsp
cinnamon
-
1
tsp
maple syrup
-
1
cup
unsweetened almond milk
In a 16 oz wide mouth mason jar layer ingredients. Combine oats, blueberries, apricots, chia seeds, cinnamon, maple syrup, and almond milk. Tightly seal jar with lid and shake well making sure all ingredients are well combined.
Place oats in the fridge and refrigerate overnight.
The next morning, remove oats from the fridge and remove lid. Use a spoon to give them a good stir. Top with more apricots and blueberries and any other desired toppings. Enjoy!
Tips and Substitutions:
- Use fresh fruit for better results– Use fresh and ripe blueberries and apricots for best taste. Using ripe fruit will add natural sweetness to your overnight oats.
- Substitute for maple syrup– You can use honey.
- Use any milk you wish- You can use any plant-based or dairy milk you desire.
- Switch up your apricots for other stove fruit– Peaches or nectarines would be great in this recipe too.
- Switch up your blueberries– Use other berries such as blackberries or raspberries.
- Add more toppings– Once you are ready to serve your overnight oats add more toppings like more apricots and blueberries, coconut chips or shredded coconuts, seeds or nuts, etc.
Nutrition Facts
Blueberry-Apricot Overnight Oats
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
*Number of total servings in estimated. Actual number of servings may vary depending on your own personal preference in portion sizes.
**Nutritional values shown are general guidelines for 1 serving using the ingredients listed above. These numbers do not reflect and may vary depending on substitutions, additions and/or different brands and/or other ingredients that may be used.
**Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links and sponsored content. All the opinions are my own and I only recommend products I use in my own home with my own family.
*Post updated as of 3/16/2020
*Pictures updated as of 8/9/20
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