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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast

    Nutella Overnight Oats

    Published: Feb 13, 2022 · Modified: Sep 6, 2022 by Kelsey Smith

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    This Nutella overnight oats recipe combines old-fashioned oats, hazelnut spread, cocoa powder, chia seeds, milk, yogurt, and vanilla for an easy no-cook breakfast.

    You will love this recipe if you're looking for a make-ahead meal prep breakfast idea. Prepare several jars of oats on Sunday and enjoy a tasty breakfast all week long.

    This chocolatey recipe is also perfect for anyone who enjoys a sweet but healthy breakfast.

    Old fashioned oats are a gluten-free whole grain with good fiber. Plus, chia seeds are high in fiber and omega-3 fatty acid.

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    Nutella overnight oats in a mason jar topped with strawberries, Nutella, and hazelnuts.

    Recipe highlights

    • Great for meal prep: Make ahead for the whole week
    • High in fiber: Old fashioned oats and chia seeds are high in fiber
    • Nutella and chocolate: Made with Nutella chocolate hazelnut spread and cocoa powder

    For more overnight oatmeal recipes, try peanut butter overnight oats without chia seeds and protein powder overnight oats. Learn more about the health benefits of chia seeds.

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    • Instructions
    • Topping ideas
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    Ingredients

    This recipe calls for ingredients you may already have on hand. See substitution notes further down.

    Nutella overnight oats ingredients: old fashioned oats, milk, whole milk plain yogurt, maple syrup, Nutella, chia cheese, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and salt.
    • Old fashioned rolled oats: Old fashioned whole grain oats
    • Milk: Any milk of your choice (cow's milk or dairy-free)
    • Plain yogurt: Whole milk, Greek, or dairy-free
    • Cocoa powder: Sugar-free baking cocoa powder
    • Nutella: Hazelnut spread
    • Maple syrup: To sweeten
    • Chia seeds: To thicken and add fiber
    • Vanilla extract: For flavor
    • Salt: For flavor
    • Toppings: Optional

    Instructions

    Add all of the ingredients to a jar or bowl.

    Nutella overnight oats ingredients in a mason jar before stirring.
    This is a 12 oz wide-mouth mason jar.

    Stir to combine until the Nutella and cocoa powder are completely mixed in.

    Nutella overnight oats before soaking overnight. The consistency is milky and thin.
    The consistency will be thin and milky.

    Cover and refrigerate overnight or a minimum of four hours.

    Nutella overnight oats in a mason jar with a spoon stirring the oats.
    After refrigerating overnight, the oats will have absorbed much of the liquid for a thick consistency.

    Remove from the fridge, stir the oatmeal, and serve cold or hot. To heat, microwave in 30-second intervals.

    Top-down view of Nutella overnight oats in a mason jar topped with strawberries, Nutella, and hazelnuts.
    Topped with diced strawberries, toasted hazelnuts, and Nutella.

    Topping ideas

    • Strawberries
    • Bananas
    • Chopped toasted hazelnuts
    • Nutella
    • Coconut flakes
    • Granola

    Substitutions

    Customize these Nutella overnight oats to make them your own.

    • Milk - Any milk will be great with this recipe: cow's milk, almond milk, oat milk, soy milk, coconut milk, cashew, you name it. This recipe was made with whole milk, so note that the nutrition will change with any adjustments.
    • Yogurt - This recipe was created with plain whole milk yogurt but would also be delicious with any other plain yogurt (Greek, non-fat, cashew milk, almond, you name it). Note that the nutrition will change.
    • Chia seeds - This oatmeal recipe can be made without chia seeds but will have a much thinner consistency. The chia seeds swell and absorb the liquid, making it thick. You can add less milk or yogurt for thicker oatmeal.
    Nutella overnight oats in a mason jar topped with strawberries, Nutella, and hazelnuts.

    Equipment

    All you need to make this recipe is an airtight container and a spoon. Easy!

    A 12 oz wide-mouth mason jar is photographed, but a 16 oz jar will have more room for stirring.

    Storage

    Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days. The old-fashioned oats will become softer over time.

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    Nutella overnight oats in a mason jar topped with strawberries, Nutella, and hazelnuts.
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    Nutella Overnight Oats

    Nutella overnight oats use old-fashioned oats, hazelnut spread, cocoa powder, chia seeds, milk, yogurt, and vanilla for a no-cook breakfast.
    5 from 3 votes
    Recipe by: Kelsey Smith
    Prep time: 5 minutes
    Fridge Time : 4 hours
    Total time: 4 hours 5 minutes
    Servings: 1

    Equipment

    • Mason jar

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
    • ½ cup milk
    • ¼ cup plain whole milk yogurt
    • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
    • 1 tablespoon Nutella
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
    • 2 teaspoons chia seeds
    • ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 1 pinch salt
    • 1 tablespoon toasted hazelnuts chopped (optional)

    Instructions
     

    • Add all of the ingredients except the hazelnuts to a jar or bowl and stir to combine until the Nutella and cocoa powder are completely mixed in.
    • Cover and refrigerate overnight or a minimum of four hours.
    • Remove from the fridge, stir the oatmeal, and serve cold or hot. Top with toasted hazelnuts (optional), more Nutella, and any other desired toppings. To heat, microwave in 30-second intervals.

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    Notes

    Topping ideas: strawberries, bananas, chopped toasted hazelnuts, Nutella, coconut flakes, granola.
    Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days. The old-fashioned oats will become softer over time.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 473kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 15gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 134mgPotassium: 633mgFiber: 10gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 263IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 332mgIron: 4mg
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: oats
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    Frequently asked questions

    Are old-fashioned oats and rolled oats the same things?

    Yes, old-fashioned oats and rolled oats are the same things. Sometimes they will be labeled as one or the other or both.

    What milk is best for overnight oats?

    Any milk will work in overnight oats, it just depends on your personal preference and dietary needs. Cow's milk is high in protein, oat milk is creamy, almond milk is low carb. Make oatmeal with your favorite milk.

    What does Nutella taste like?

    Nutella is a chocolatey hazelnut spread with a thick, rich and creamy texture.

    Nutella overnight oats in a mason jar topped with strawberries, Nutella, and hazelnuts. Text at the top of the image says Nutella Overnight Oats.Nutella overnight oats in a mason jar topped with strawberries, Nutella, and hazelnuts. Text at the top of the image says Nutella Overnight Oats.

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    I am a freelance content writer for college-level textbooks by day, mommy by night, and a blogger in between. I live in Knoxville, Tennessee with my husband, Xavier. When I'm not working on college textbooks, you might find me here, sharing recipes, social media tutorials, and more.

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