Smooth, creamy, and lightly nutty, these Blueberry Almond Blended Overnight Oats feel a little more elevated than your everyday breakfast. The blueberries add a soft natural sweetness, while almond extract and sliced almonds bring a rich, nutty depth. Finished with a hint of lemon zest, this one is bright, balanced, and incredibly satisfying.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
This is a simple but elevated flavour combination that feels both fresh and comforting.
- Naturally sweet with a fruity, nutty balance
- Smooth and creamy pudding-like texture
- Brightened with a touch of lemon zest
- Great for meal prep and busy mornings
- Feels slightly more gourmet than classic oats
Ingredients
Base:
- Rolled oats – Creates a creamy blended base
- Milk – Any dairy or plant-based option works
- Greek yogurt – Adds thickness and creaminess
- Maple syrup – Light natural sweetness
- Vanilla extract – Enhances overall flavour
- Chia seeds (optional) – For added thickness
Flavour additions:
- Blueberries (fresh or frozen) – Main fruit flavour
- Lemon zest – Adds brightness and freshness
- Almond extract – Provides nutty depth
Toppings (optional):
- Fresh blueberries
- Sliced almonds
- Blueberry jam drizzle
See recipe card below for exact quantities.
Instructions
STEP 1: Add all of the "Oats Mixture" ingredients into a blender.
STEP 2: Blend everything until smooth.
STEP 3: Pour into 8-oz mason jar or other container.
STEP 4: Cover with a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to thicken.
STEP 5: When it's chilled, top it off with your favourite toppings, and enjoy!
Storage and Equipment
Store blended overnight oats in airtight jars or containers in the fridge for up to 4-5 days. The texture actually improves after the first day as everything continues to thicken and meld together.
You’ll need a blender and 8-oz (236 ml) wide-mouth mason jars or similar containers for storage. A larger blender is recommended if scaling up for meal prep.
Toasty's Tips
- Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best texture. Quick oats will create a softer, slightly thinner consistency, while steel-cut oats will not blend properly.
- Adjust thickness after chilling. If your oats are too thick, simply add a splash of milk before serving.
- Customize your protein. Add protein powder if desired, but you may need to increase the liquid slightly to maintain a smooth consistency.
- A little almond extract goes a long way, use it sparingly for balance.
- Frozen blueberries blend easily and help create a thicker texture.
- Lemon zest is key for brightness, don’t skip it.
- Top just before serving to keep almonds crunchy and fresh.
- Blend until completely smooth to get that signature creamy, pudding-like texture.
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📖 Recipe
Blueberry Almond Blended Overnight Oats
Suggested Equipment
Ingredients
Oats Mixture
- ½ cup rolled oats - old-fashioned
- ½ cup almond milk - your choice of plant-based or regular milk
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt - or your choice of thick, creamy yogurt
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup - or honey or other sweetener
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds - optional
- ½ cup blueberries - fresh or frozen
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- ¼ teaspoon pure almond extract
Toppings
- blueberry jam or compote - drizzle or dollop
- fresh blueberries
- sliced almonds
Instructions
- Take a lemon and grate ½ teaspoon of lemon zest.
- Add all of the "Oats Mixture" ingredients into a blender.
- Blend everything until smooth.
- Pour into 8-oz mason jar or other container.
- Cover with a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to thicken.
- When it's chilled, top it off with your favourite toppings, and enjoy!
Notes
- Watch the step-by-step video tutorial here.
- Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best texture. Quick oats will create a softer, slightly thinner consistency, while steel-cut oats will not blend properly.
- Adjust thickness after chilling. If your oats are too thick, simply add a splash of milk before serving.
- Customize your protein. Add protein powder if desired, but you may need to increase the liquid slightly to maintain a smooth consistency.
- A little almond extract goes a long way, use it sparingly for balance.
- Frozen blueberries blend easily and help create a thicker texture.
- Lemon zest is key for brightness, don’t skip it.
- Top just before serving to keep almonds crunchy and fresh.
- Blend until completely smooth to get that signature creamy, pudding-like texture.
STEP-BY-STEP VIDEO
You can find step-by-step video tutorials for all of my recipes on my YouTube Channel. There you'll find many more tips and tricks to help you along!
Nutrition
Note: Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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