Easy Overnight Oats

Sometimes making breakfast in the morning is hard. I don't always have time for cooking. It really is important though to eat a good breakfast because it sets up your metabolism for the day. So, one of my favorite grab and go recipes is Overnight Oats. I can make it the night before and it's ready in the morning. I will often make five of them to set me up for the week.

Overnight Oats

1/2 cup oats
1/2 cup unsweetened plain greek yogurt 1/4-1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp flax seeds

 Mix everything all together and store in the refrigerator. You can add diced apple, or top with blackberries or strawberries (one of my favorites!) You can also add unsweetened shredded coconut and use unsweetened coconut milk in place of the almond milk. A scoop of protein powder can be added for extra protein. The possibilities are really endless for variations! ☺

Pumpkin Pie Granola

Fall is here! My favorite time of year. Everything pumpkin, the promise of holidays around the corner, and pulling out cozy clothes that you haven't seen since last year. This granola recipe seems to fit the bill perfectly.


6 cups oats
2 cups nuts and/or seeds
2 cups dried fruit (your choice. I love cranberries and apples!)
1/2 cup ground flax seeds
1/2 cup your choice honey or agave nector
1 cup canned pumpkin (but can substitute cooked sweet potatoes)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp ginger
1/2 tsp cloves

Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Mix all ingredients well and spread on sprayed cookie sheets. Bake for 60 minutes, stirring often. Enjoy with almond milk, greek yogurt, or alone! Leave me a comment below with how you love to enjoy granola!