We've all seen them, on health food blogs, on stylish Instagrams, on the birthplace of most ideas, Pinterest. They're called overnight oats and they are quite the trend.

So in keeping up with the culture, I tried them. I've always loved oatmeal and I'm constantly looking for a new breakfast idea that's quick, tasty, and healthy!

Prep:

I headed over to Pinterest and within about 2 seconds I had found a recipe that looked great and sounded easy. Let me give you a quick rundown:

You basically combine almond milk and rolled out into a bowl (about a 2:3 oat:milk ratio) and then add in any extras for flavor. I went with honey, cinnamon, and vanilla but I also saw people adding berries, chia seeds, and other spices. I also used vanilla almond milk to give the oats a bit more sweetness.

Next, I scooped my oats in half pint-sized mason jars (the recipe called for any air-tight container), stuck them in the fridge, and you guessed it, waited overnight.

Taste Test:

The next morning I grabbed my first jar of oats and took a taste. I would describe it as a mix between oatmeal and pudding and it was actually really GOOD. I decided to top off the oats with almond butter, banana slices, and honey and dug in!

Feedback:

My overnight oats were easy to make and very tasty! One 1/2 pint also really filled me up and I had it for lunch and breakfasts on multiple days. My only complaint would be that the plain oats were a bit bland but this was remedied with my extra additions!

Overall, I would recommend this new trend! Head on over to a Pinterest near you!