These Raspberry Overnight Oats are deliciously fruity. With just a few minutes of preparation time in the evening, these oats will be ready for you to enjoy in the morning! The vibrant flavour of raspberry is enhanced with orange zest and vanilla – fresh, tangy and perfect for Summer!
You will love these Raspberry Overnight Oats because:
- They are made from simple ingredients which are readily available.
- They require minimal preparation – just mix all the oat ingredients together and store them overnight in the refrigerator. In the morning, add your toppings and enjoy.
- The quantities can easily be adjusted to your needs – the written recipe serves two, but can easily be halved or doubled!
- They are ideal for meal prep. Lasting for three days in the fridge, you can make a start on your breakfast preparation for the week ahead.
- They are so versatile – the oats can be enjoyed as is, or you can add some additional toppings. We love a little yoghurt and flaked almonds when serving, but there are many delicious topping variations for you to try.
Ingredients in this recipe:
Please see the recipe card further along in the post for exact quantities of ingredients and the full method.
Old Fashioned Rolled Oats – the best oats for this recipe. Although steel-cut oats and quick-cooking oats can be used in overnight oats recipes, they may require a different ratio of liquid.
Milk – I like to use almond or oat milk, but soy milk works just fine as does dairy milk – use a milk of your preference.
Chia seeds – help thicken the oats, adding texture and dietary fibre. Black or white chia seeds are fine to use in this recipe.
Maple syrup – for a hint of sweetness, I use pure maple syrup. You could also use honey – if using extra, add it to the raspberries when making the puree.
Vanilla – use a good quality vanilla extract that is naturally produced from the vanilla bean and not synthetically flavoured.
Orange zest – adds freshness and brightness to the overnight oats. Be sure to remove just the orange zest and avoid the bitter white pith.
Raspberries - I have used fresh raspberries, but frozen ones work perfectly so this recipe, and my Baked Raspberry Oatmeal, can be enjoyed all year round. Raspberries are full of beneficial nutrients. They contain a large amount of dietary fibre, along with health-benefiting antioxidants, vitamins and minerals.
How to Make Raspberry Overnight Oats:
Please see the recipe card further along in the post for exact quantities of ingredients and the full method.
1 – Add ingredients to a bowl:
Add the rolled oats to a medium size bowl along with the milk, chia seeds, maple syrup, vanilla and orange zest and stir the mixture until it is well combined.
2 – Mix well to combine:
Stir the mixture until it is well combined.
3 – Refrigerate:
Cover the bowl with clingwrap or divide the mixture into two glasses or mason jars and cover. Refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight.
4 – Mash the raspberries:
In the morning, prepare the topping by mashing the raspberries with a fork. Top the overnight oats with mashed raspberries, a dollop of yoghurt and flaked almonds.
Tips for success and FAQs:
These Raspberry Overnight Oats are so simple to prepare. The combination of raspberry, orange zest and vanilla is just delicious.
For the best taste and texture, store them covered in the fridge and enjoy them within three days.
Refrigerate your Raspberry Overnight Oats mixture for at least 6 hours. I make mine just before bed, and they are perfect in the morning!
There are different rules regarding this, depending on where you live in the world. For Australian residents, Coeliac Australia provides a great resource on this topic. Always be sure to read the labels and consult with a health professional if you are unsure.
Serving suggestions:
Enjoy the Raspberry Overnight Oats as it is, or customise the toppings to suit your taste
For this recipe, I like to use a topping of crushed raspberries, yoghurt and flaked almonds.
You could also try:
- Toasted coconut flakes.
- A drizzle of coconut cream.
- Fresh or dried fruit of your choice.
- A swirl of Raspberry Jam.
I hope you will enjoy these delicious Raspberry Overnight Oats. This is such a simple, make-ahead breakfast that provides the perfect start to the day. I would love to hear from you in the comments when you have given it a try!
Alex xx
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Raspberry Overnight Oats
Please note:
For accuracy, when weights are provided, we recommend weighing your ingredients. This will produce the best results. All oven temperatures listed are for fan forced.
Ingredients
For the Overnight Oats:
- 1 ¼ cups (300 ml) milk - I use almond or oat See Note 1
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 cup (80 g) old fashioned rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds See Note 2
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Toppings:
- 200 g (7 oz) raspberries See Note 3
- Greek yoghurt and flaked almonds - optional
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the oats, chia seeds, milk, maple syrup, vanilla and orange zest.
- Mix well until everything is well combined.
- Cover the bowl with clingwrap, or divide the mixture into two glasses or mason jars and cover. Refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight.
- When ready to serve, mash the raspberries with a fork.
- Top the overnight oats with mashed raspberries, a dollop of yoghurt and flaked almonds.
Notes
- Milk: use milk of your choice. I use almond or oat milk. Add more milk when serving if you prefer a thinner texture.
- Tablespoon: we use a standard Australian tablespoon which is 20 ml (4 teaspoons).
- Raspberries: fresh or frozen will work. If using frozen, allow them to defrost in the fridge overnight before topping the oats.
Nutrition Estimate:
Nutritional Disclaimer:
The nutritional information is an estimate only, and is derived from online calculators. For accurate results, we recommend calculating the nutritional information based on the ingredients and brands you use.
Sophie says
Just love the addition of orange zest, really lifts the flavour.
Alexandra Cook says
Hi Sophie! 🙂
So happy you enjoyed it! I agree - orange and raspberry just go so well 🙂
Alex xo
Karen says
This was so delicious! I love the subtle hint of orange in the background. I topped with almonds, as suggested and it looked and tasted incredible. Can't wait to try more overnight oat recipes from the site!
Alexandra says
Hi Karen, thank you for your lovely comments on the Raspberry Overnight Oats. I am so pleased that you enjoy them and will be trying some more of our oat recipes. 🙂