These mixed berry overnight oat and yogurt parfaits are the perfect healthy and nutritious breakfast. In under 10 minutes, you can prep breakfast for the week. These parfaits feature oats layered with milk and flavorings, protein-packed yogurt, and sweet frozen berry medley on top. As the parfait sits in the fridge, the flavors combine; the oats soak up the milk and other liquids and “cook” without cooking, the berries melt and release their naturally sweet juices, and together these ingredients form the most delicious and satisfying breakfast. You can make different varieties of these oats depending on what you have on hand, too. If you are looking for a no-fuss breakfast prep with no heating required, this is it.
What makes oatmeal “overnight oats”?
Overnight oats have been a “thing” for a while now, but any time I made them, I was left feeling unsatisfied. I love the health benefits of eating oatmeal, but always felt the need to “bulk up” my oats with other ingredients in order for it to keep me full. Originally I started pairing my oatmeal with yogurt and fruit in a bowl. I realized that combining oats and yogurt provided that extra protein I needed to stay full. When it came time to meal prepping these oat and yogurt bowls, I decided to make these overnight oat and yogurt parfait jars, so that I could prep breakfast for the week.
Making the oats “overnight” style really just means that I combined the oats with milk, and let them steep in the liquid. No cooking required. This made for the ultimate easy meal prep breakfast.
Layering the oats, milk, yogurt layer, and a fruit layer together in a convenient mason jar was the icing on the cake. These jars store really well in the fridge, and make for an easy transport to work, school, or to any activities outside the home. They do not require any heating (I eat them cold), and they are the perfect meal for on the go. I love not having to sacrifice eating healthy when I want something convenient and quick.
About this recipe
The recipe below is for one parfait. You can multiply the number of servings by sliding the serving bar over to the number of servings you wish to make. Or, you can just follow the below recipe and make one jar at a time until your desired number of servings is met.
It takes the same amount of time to make one of these parfaits as it does to make 6, or even 12. Which is why I recommend making a batch of them at once, to set yourself up for the week ahead.
This recipe is also very versatile; you can change out the fruit for any fruit you want, or whatever you have on hand. I like using frozen fruit because as it melts during the week, the natural sweetness of the fruit creates a sweet syrup to flavor the other ingredients of the jar. I also have made a chocolate and banana version of these oats, which is equally as delicious!
Here are other variations I have made:
Raspberry Gingersnap Overnight Oats
What you will need to make this recipe
- oatmeal
- old fashioned oats or quick-cooking oats will work
- milk
- I use almond milk or cashew milk
- flavoring of choice
- I use Tasty Shake Mixin’s oatmeal flavoring; they are sold in the oatmeal aisle of most supermarkets (they have a store locator on their website).
- Other flavorings include: flavored syrups or maple syrup, Jello pudding powder
- cinnamon
- sugar
- plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- frozen mixed berries
- or other fruit of choice
How to make mixed berry overnight oat and yogurt parfaits
This method is broken down into three steps: 1) the oat layer, 2) the yogurt layer and 3) the fruit topping.
First, you have to create the oat layer. To create the oat layer, combine the oats, milk, cinnamon, and flavoring on the bottom of your mason jar (I use a 12 oz mason jar). Stir to combine.
Next, it’s time for the yogurt layer. For the yogurt layer, combine the yogurt with the cinnamon and sugar, and add that layer on top of the oat layer.
Finally, the last layer is the fruit later. Simply top the yogurt layer with the fruit.
Store in the fridge for up to a week for a fresh, delicious, filling breakfast every morning!
Mixed Berry Overnight Oat and Yogurt Parfait
Equipment
- 12 oz mason jar for layering (one per serving)
Ingredients
Oat Layer
- 1/3 cup old fashioned oats, quick-cooking oats work, too
- 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk, or cashew milk, or skim milk
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon, for a chocolate flavor, use cocoa powder instead
- 1/2 tsp flavoring of choice, I used: Tasty Shake Mixin's Vanilla flavor. You can also use Jello Pudding powder to match the flavor profile you want. You can also use maple or other flavored syrups.
Yogurt Layer
- 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon, for a chocolate flavor, use cocoa powder instead
- 1/4 tsp sugar
Berry Layer
- 1 cup frozen mixed berry medley, or fruit of choice
Instructions
Oat Layer
- Add the oats to the bottom of the mason jar.
- Stir in the milk, cinnamon, and flavoring.
- Note: if eating right away, at this point you should microwave your oat mixture for about 1 minute 30 seconds until the oats are cooked to your liking. If making "overnight" style, keep uncooked.
Yogurt Layer
- Combine the yogurt, cinnamon, and sugar.
- Add the yogurt layer on top of the oatmeal layer.
Fruit Layer
- Add the frozen berries to the top of the yogurt.
- Place the lid on the mason jar and store in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Combine all ingredients before eating, or leave layered.
Notes
- 4 WW points (green plan)
- 3 WW points (blue plan)
- 0 WW points (purple plan)
Nutrition
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I wasn’t sure about overnight oats until I tried Steph’s version. Different flavor options and super easy to follow recipe made me more comfortable in making these for the week. They fill me up and stay good all week long! Sometimes I add some chocolate chips for a little sweet taste 🙂
Oh my! These are delicious. This is the first making overnight oats for me and I’m now sold on them.
This is the best overnight oats base recipe. You can switch out with any fruit and use different flavorings for the yogurt. Delicious!
So easy but so yummy!
This recipe literally changed my breakfast life. I enjoy prepping these jars each week, experimenting with different flavor combos based on what is available or what flavors I’m craving and I actually look forward to eating them! I cannot say enough good and wonderful things about this dish!
One of my favorite variations is to use pistachio flavored pudding mix with berries!l or lemon with blueberries in the summer 🙂
Thank you Steph!
This was my go to breakfast when I first started WW. So easy to have my breakfast ready to go each morning! It was filling and a perfect amount of sweet!
My first ever breakfast meal prep dish! Love the variety/options you can do!
Sooooo easy and delicious!! Make sure to use cinnamon sugar instead of regular cinnamon if you like a little sweetness. I also added the French vanilla jello mix to the yogurt like Steph shows on Instagram. Throw in some frozen mixed berries and you’re done. I’m obsessed.
Love this recipe!!!!
I’ve always been a little weirded out about overnight oats until I tried these! It’s SO easy to make, and the oats somehow don’t get soggy, they just get delicious. I mix my yogurt with Jello (sugar free vanilla!) powder and it’s so good. I’ve tried with a bunch of different frozen fruits and they’re all delicious! Another easy meal prep for the week!
This is simply the best recipe. There are so many ways to change up the fruit and the flavors to keep it interesting. This is my breakfast every weekday!
Overnight oats have never appealed to me. But Steph makes EVERYTHING LOOK GOOD! So I tried her version. Hooked! I even got my husband to eat them and that says a lot!
One of the first recipes I ever made from Steph. Delicious and easy to make!
These taste SO good! I usually eat them as a sweet treat after dinner.
These overnight oats are a staple in our house!
Love these! I add some cheesecake pudding mix to the yogurt for 0 points. If anyone uses cocoa powder, how much are you using per jar?
I’ve made these a few times with different flavor variations, but have enjoyed them every single time! Perfect ratio and such a great and easy breakfast. BUT..if you love oatmeal you gotta try Steph’s baked oatmeal! that recipe has my heart now
These have single handedly helped me on my wellness journey. I have never been a ‘breakfast person’ – mostly because i hate eggs. These helped me love breakfast again and now I look forward to them every day. I have eaten some version of this almost every day for a year and I have not gotten tired of them.
THIS is the recipe that pulled me into the world of Steph’s recipes. I make three of these EVERY single week and have gotten so many other people making them, and yet before this I wasn’t a huge oatmeal fan. My favorite is the basic version, a berry medley. The other thing I do a lot is top with frozen cherries. It’s like a dessert parfait for breakfast!
These are a go to staple for me. I do add whey protein to make it last longer before hungry again but it only adds 1 point.
Have almost everyday ! I like changing it up once in awhile and they’re so filling and refreshing in the warmer weather !
I love making these for a quick breakfast!!! So easy to prep, perfect for someone like my with 3 small children!
I wanted to like overnight oats for years, but could never get into it – until I found this basic recipe… it’s PERFECT! I usually do it with banana and some PB2, but it has been delicious in so many ways.
I have made these, 6 at a time, for over a year. They are a delicious, quick breakfast or snack to take on the go or sit and enjoy with coffee. Love this recipe.
Yummmmm!!!!
If I use ff yogurt, sf pudding mix n 1 pot stevia will it lower pts?
All I can say is “Wow”! I’ve had overnight oats only once before & didn’t like them, but I figured I’d try them again. Boy, am I glad I did! I was in a breakfast rut, usually winding up not eating until 11 or 12 o’clock because I didn’t know what I felt like having. These oats were surprisingly delicious!! This reminds me of an apple muesli I had once on vacation & loved it, but couldn’t quite get it right when I went to recreate it. I used a fresh peach & some blueberries in this one & it was so delicious! Can’t wait to try other combos. Thanks, Stephanie, for another winner!!👏👏👏👏👏
Love the overnight oats! They are filling and substantial. Quick breakfast meal plan for the week. Very tasty!
I absolutely love this recipe! Perfect to make ahead for a healthy and filling snack. So easy and delicious!
Made this yesterday afternoon and put them in the refrigerator. This morning I had one for breakfast and it was sooooo good. Only 3 points blue is the way to go. It was very simple and pretty quick to make. Highly recommend. Thanks again Steph for another amazing recipe.
Delicious! Used the sf vanilla pudding powder because i can’t find the mix ins.
Will definitely make again …& again …&
Have been making this recipe of hers for a while! First time using frozen berries though, and I love the way they release the sweet juicy color – such a satisfying full breakfast.
How long do they keep? Can you make 5 for 5 days of the week. Will it still be good by Friday?
This is my favorite overnight oat recipe – love it!
These overnight oats are great! I bought the vanilla Tasty Shakes to flavor them – yum!
Just made one last night to try with coca powder and frozen strawberries like chocolate covered strawberries 😍 it was so good! Except NOT sweet at all (as expected) I should have added some sugar free jello mix- next time for sure 🙂
I’ve wanted to try overnight oats but wasn’t sure I would care for them. Made these and was nervous to try…..Delicious!!! Love them! You are a genius!
So good, so easy! Could eat this every morning!
I made these parfaits they turned out perfect. Very tasty and easy to travel with. The family likes them too. Easy healthy breakfast and awesome because I make a few extra to have for the week.
Absolutely 💯 % DELICIOUS
I made two with the cinnamon and berries and two with frozen cherries and the cocoa powder. Both were yummy! I used SF vanilla pudding powder because I didn’t have any tasty shake ins. Great recipe for grab and go and refreshing in the summer too!
My problem would be if there was no crunchiness, would the oats provide that or would they get soggy in any way?
I love how Steph doesn’t reply to any of the questions but I’ll ask one anyway… I’d like to know how much pudding mix do you use?
Hi, about 1/2 tsp would be fine
Absolutely delicious!