How to Make 21 Day Fix Overnight Oats + Recipes
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We love to fix a quick and easy breakfast! Below we’ll share how to make 21 Day Fix overnight oats, as well as, our favorite recipes! These ideas will help you meal prep and make your mornings more enjoyable!
These overnight oat recipes fit into both the 21 Day Fix containers, as well as, many other Beachbody meal plans! The best part about these ideas are they’re super easy to make, and you can make several at one time to enjoy throughout the week!
Frequently Asked Questions
What color container is oatmeal on 21 day fix?
Oatmeal is a yellow container.
What color container are chia seeds?
You’ll notice we include chia seeds in some of the recipes. They are an orange container.
Can I have overnight oats on the 21 Day Fix?
Yes! They are such a great option for an easy breakfast. And there are some really delicious recipes to choose from.
Are overnight oats good for meal prep?
Yes, these recipes make meal prep a breeze! You can double up the measurements to make multiple servings at once!
Do you eat overnight oats warm or cold?
This is totally up to you! You’ll refrigerate the oats when you are meal prepping, but I prefer to microwave them in the morning.
What kind of container should I use to make overnight oats?
I like to use a half-pint mason jar, but you can also use a larger jar if you prefer.
Should I use steel cut oats, rolled oats, or instant oats?
I prefer rolled oats (also known as old fashioned oats), but you could also use steel cut oats. Steel cut oats tend to be more chewy to me.
How long do overnight oats last?
They can last up to 5 days in the mason jar in the refrigerator.
How to Make Overnight Oats
They’re super simple to make! You’ll just add your ingredients, a jar with a lid, and a night to let them sit in the refrigerator!
Yup – it’s as simple as:
- Pick a recipe
- Throw the ingredients into a mason jar (or jar with a lid)
- Refrigerate until you’re ready to eat
- Shake and eat! (Warming them up is optional)
Autumn’s Overnight Oat Recipe
A Basic Overnight Oatmeal Recipe
This basic overnight oatmeal recipe is perfect for customizing throughout the week or for each one of your kids!
1 serving of this recipe counts as 1 yellow. The recipe makes 7 servings.
You’ll need:
- 1 2/3 cups of gluten-free rolled oats
- 1 2/3 cups of unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2.5 tsp maple syrup or honey
You’ll want to mix those ingredients together and divide the mixture into half pint mason jars. Then you can top with your favorite mix-ins!
Mix In Ideas
The basic recipe counts as 1 yellow, and then we’ve outlined what each mix-in idea counts as below. So you should include 1 yellow for your oatmeal then whatever each mix-in counts as.
Jungle Mix (1 Purple, 1/2 Orange, 2 Tsp)
- 1/2 banana (sliced)
- 1 T shredded coconut
- 2 tsp peanut butter
Strawberries & Cream (1 Red, 1 Purple)
- 1 scoop Vanilla Shakeology
- 1 cup strawberries
- ½ tsp. pure vanilla extract
Berry Banana (1 Purple)
- 1/4 banana (sliced)
- 1/2 cup strawberries (diced)
Peaches & Cream (1 Purple, 1/4 Blue)
- 1 peach (diced)
- 2 T canned coconut milk
Apple Pie (1 Purple)
- 1 Small Apple (Diced)
- sprinkle of cinnamon
PB & J (1 Orange, 1/2 Purple)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted peanuts (chopped)
- 1/2 cup strawberries (sliced)
Other Meal Ideas You May Like
We use these ideas along with our other favorite 21 day fix recipes and food list to create a new meal plan each week!
For lunch, we normally drink Shakeology!
We also use Beachbody’s performance supplements and enjoy BeachBars or Vanilla Shakeology balls when we have a sweet tooth!
We also recommend a 21 Day Fix Iced Cinnamon Almond Milk Macchiato for breakfast!
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Best 21 Day Fix Overnight Oat Recipes
Get ready to simplify your meal prep with these yummy 21 Day Fix Overnight Oat recipes! Each one contains the container amounts, and they're all super quick and easy to make!
You'll love this blend of oatmeal, Vanilla Shakeology and fresh peaches! This recipe is 1 Purple, 2 Yellow, and 1 Red.
Did you say BANANA BREAD? This recipe feels like a treat, but it is still very much 21 Day Fix approved! It's 1 Purple, 1 Yellow, 1/2 Red, and 1/2 Orange.
This is a classic go-to breakfast for us, and we love the antioxidants we get from blueberries!! This recipe is 1 yellow, 1/4 purple, 1/3 red, 1/2 orange. 1 tsp. Craving a little protein? Include an egg into this mix!
One of our favorite Southern cakes is a hummingbird cake! Now, we can enjoy it guilt-free and without the hassle of baking! This recipe is 1 yellow, 1 purple, and 1/2 blue.
These carrot cake overnight oats are the perfect way to get your carrot cake fix! It's considered 1 yellow, 1/2 red, 1 tsp sweetener, 1 tsp, 1/16 green , 1/16 purple , 1/2 orange, and 1/2 blue.
This is our go-to Fall recipe! It's 1 yellow, 1/4 purple, 1/2 red (if you add protein powder), and 1 tsp. If you top the oats with nuts and chocolate, be sure to add those containers as appropriate.
We love blending chocolate and orange together! This feels like a treat, but it's 21 Day Fix approved plus gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! It's considered 1 Yellow, 1/2 Purple, and 1 1/2 tsp maple syrup.
This is our go-to breakfast in the Winter! It's 1 Yellow, 3/4 Purple, 1/2 Blue, and 1 1/2 tsp maple syrup.
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The recipe says “divide in half pint jars.” How many servings does this recipe make?
Hey Erin! Sorry for not being clear. It’s 7 servings :)
Why is just the yellow being accounted for and not the teaspoon for the almond milk?
Which recipe are you referring to? Sorry, I tried to find the teaspoon for the almond milk, but I can’t find it. I’d venture to guess we didn’t count it because we use unsweetened almond milk, and it’s so low calorie a teaspoon may be like 5 calories or something very low. But I’m happy to look at it more if you don’t mind pointing it out to me. – Kalee