Gooooood morning!
And happy friday!
I’m feeling a lot better this morning after a solid eight hours of sleep, cuddled up next to Dexter. 
Breakfast was overnight oats:
I think I get more emails about my overnight oats than anything else (except for maybe relationship advice, but that’s a different story). Anyways, to set the record totally straight, here’s what I do.
- the night before, combine 1/2 cup oats with 1/2 cup milk or milk substitute. Set in fridge overnight.
- In the morning, stir in almond butter, 1/2 cup yogurt, cinnamon, maple syrup and sliced banana.
- Eat.
See? Incredibly simple yet very rewarding. Probably one of my favorite breakfasts ever and I love how much protein there is in it because of the yogurt.
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Originally I was going to go to a spinning class this morning but I’ve sat in my bed and chatted on the phone with a friend for the past hour so I’ve sort of missed the boat on that. 
However, I still am going to go to the gym now and just do some cardio on my own before work.
Have a great Friday–see you tonight!
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I just can’t get into overnight oats! I don’t want something that cold unless its a smoothie.
I made overnight oats with yogurt once, and it was just odd. Your method sounds better, I’ll have to give it a try!
I’m adddicted to ON oats. But I put my yogurt in the night before, too–do you think this changes anything?
I’ll try it your way next time
I’ll have to try the overnight oats. Does it work with Steel Cut oats? Do you heat it up in the morning?
I once asked you about overnight oats and somehow I missed the yogurt part. They really aren’t good without it. Very mushy and gross. This is the only breakfast I eat now and I don’t know when this phase is going to end! Nothing else ever sounds as good.
I have made your overnight oats a few times, but I pop it in the microwave and warm it before adding the almond butter and yogurt! And a splash of agave! I bought pumpkin butter to try that now too!
Unfortunately I’m not an overnight oats fan. I prefer them hot and with something crunchy added, like an apple. I am just not a fan of mushy foods. I wish I liked them – they sound so convenient!
I need to make those overnight oats, they sound so easy, yet I would still probably mess something up!
I still have to try this recipe. Looks so good but I can’t seem to remember to plan breakfast the night before.
Im in LOVE with overnight oats!! Im so glad you gave me this idea, I hardly ever have time to make oatmeal in the morning, but its my favorite breakfast! Your overnight oats have saved my mornings!!
So glad you and Dexter are back together
I still haven’t tried overnight oats, what is wrong with me? I will next week. If I can drink green monsters in the cold, I can do anything!
I’ve never tried doing oats over night! Sounds good!
I like using cottage cheese instead of yogurt. Even more protein!
Lovely overnight oats tutorial
Have a great Friday Jenna!
Love the overnight oats! and yay for good nights of sleep! plus, snuggling with a cuddly pet is the cure for everything.
TGIF. have a great Friday!
Yum! I too believe that there is a method to perfect oats
Maggie
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Awww..Dexter is staying?!!
Also, did you see thsi article that beet juice has an “almost miraculous” effect on oxygen consumption?!
I was wondering if you’ve ever tried any beet juice you didn’t make yourself?? I’m training for a marathon and I don’t have a juicer…but how could i say no to miracle effects of the juice?!
Aw, I’ll bet having your cat there helps a lot! There’s something about having another living being around that makes a home feel richer.
People seriously send you relationship advice? Wow.
I’ve tried overnight oats and found I like the texture so much better than oats made the traditional way! So easy, too!
Glad you’re feeling better
I also addicted to overnight oats… they are great for the mornings when I workout and don’t feel like having a hot bowl of oatmeal… I soak them in 1/2 cup of soymilk and with the yogurt the next day they turn out really creamy… YUMMY!! Thanks for the idea Jenna
Realtionship advice, seriously? Huh.
I am right there with ya on the overnight oats. I haven’t had them in a while! I’ve been eating lots of hot oats. Maybe tomorrow!
I hear ya on the overnight oats! I haven’t had them in a while! Lately, I’ve been having lots of hot oats. Maybe tomorrow! They are SO good!
love your overnight oats! i have tried them once and loved them
jenna
I skipped spinning this morning too! Extra sleep was great and my work out on my own was fantastic!
I like the idea of the over night oats and may give it a try. I really like my oats hot though and it will be tough to beat. It’s winter now and I love coming in from my run to a hot bowl of peanut butter oatmeal
great method – I do the same, except I mix the yogurt in overnight, too.
So good!
just tried overnight oats recently and LOVED them!
Being a stay at home mom this breakfast has literally saved my mornings! My breakfast is already done so all I have to do is get the kiddos done. I also mix the yogurt in at night and I use water instead of milk. It still tastes great! I also do a tablespoon of flax seeds. I’m one for routine so I don’t mind eating the same thing all the time. Yours always looks so much better than mine though!
Do you ever warm up your ON oats? I’m just curious.
I looooove stirring cold yogurt into my cooked oats–it gives it such a creamy texture. I am definitely going to try the overnight oats, I’m hoping I like it
I want to try and make some overnight oats
it’s just my apartment is sooo cold it’s been nice having a warm breakfast
Ok with all this talk of overnight oats, I have to try them asap!
Ohhh, I guess the oats soaks up all the goodies from milk
Gotta give it a try!
Aww don’t pets help you break out of a funk? I wish I liked oats you make it look so delicious!
And chats with friends totally trumps spin
I have to try this, sounds right up my alley….
I tried this but can’t eat oats as I’m gluten intolerant and it totally didn’t work : ( any ideas? x x
I think good conversations with old friends are a better (emotional) workout and easily trump spin class. C’est la vie!
today i called my sister and she said i think im going to make overnight oats tonight…. i saw jenna had them today and it made me start to crave them hahahaha and now i too am craving them!!! but i think I am going for pumpkin overnight oats…not sure yet! nothing beats it though… its so nice and creamy
Cat cuddling makes everything better
I need to try those overnight oats….they have a version of that at the Corner Bakery that I was obsessed with for a while. Yum.
overnight oats… I shall try very soon. So many different ways my goodness…
Overnight oats have become one of my go-to breakfasts, they’re so good and quick to make. I love how much protein they have in them, and they keep me feeling super full
I feel like I’m missing out on this oatmeal thing – but I’ve really never been a fan – overnight or otherwise. Maybe soon I’ll give it another shot. I love oatmeal cookies…and with all the mix ins you can do I’m sure I’ll like the taste. It’s a texture thing for me I’m afraid.
Your overnight oat recipe is the first I ever tried…I was hooked!
Your overnight oat recipe is the first I ever tried…I was hooked!
Looks like a great way to eat oats in warm Hawaii:-) Amanda
I have to admit, Jenna, those overnight oats I’ve read about all across the blogosphere have seemed so gross to me. I mean, cold oats? Boy, was I WRONG! I made a bowl last night and the first bite this morning was PURE BLISS! They are soooooooooooo delicious!! I’ve been missing out all this time!!!
When I read this post and you said “this is probably one of my favorite breakfasts ever” I knew I had to just go for it.
And now I can’t wait to eat ‘em again!
*smiles*
Michele
i really want to try overnight oats! i feel like they are the perfect/easy thing for the dorm room but i am nervous on how they would turn out!
xoxo
shelley