Refrigerator Oatmeal

Refrigerator Oatmeal

Total Preparation Time: less than 15 minutes 

Number of Servings: 4

Actual Cooking Time:No cooking required 

Source: Dairy Council of CA

Food Groups: Fruits, Grains, Milk & Milk Products

Meal Type: Breakfast & Brunch

Nutrition Content: Good Source of Calcium, Good Source of Fiber, Low Fat

Special Features: 

Kids Can Help Make It ,

Kids Love It, 

Make Ahead , 

Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes), 

Simple (6 or less ingredients) , 

Vegetarian 

Also known as overnight oatmeal, this simple, no-cook recipe allows busy families to have a balanced breakfast with foods from three food groups ready to grab and go each morning.

Ingredients:

2 cups vanilla low-fat or fat-free Yogurt (any flavor works)

2 cups low-fat or fat-free Milk

4 cups rolled Oats (or 2 cups steel-cut Oats)

2 cups Strawberries, sliced, or Raspberries

Preparation:

Combine ingredients into a large bowl and mix thoroughly. Divide mixture evenly between four containers, cover and refrigerate overnight.

The oats will absorb the moisture in the yogurt and milk, softening for a pudding-like consistency.

Nutrient Information

Calories: 278

Total Fat: 3 g

Saturated Fat: 0 g

Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g

Monounsaturated Fat:

Sodium: 115 mg

Carbohydrates: 51 g

Protein: 13 g

Fiber: 8 g

Vitamin A:

Vitamin C:

Calcium: 300 mg

Iron:

Cook's Notes:

Use whatever yogurt, fruit, oats or nuts you have on hand. Adjust the amount of milk, oats and fruit to match your personal preferences. Try adding cinnamon, honey, flax, muesli or chia seeds for different flavors and consistency.