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Blended Oats is a simple and healthy breakfast option for all ages. Prep the night before to make morning time a breeze.
Overnight oat recipes like banana overnight oats, apple overnight oats, mango overnight oats and strawberry overnight oats are some of the more popular recipes on this site. I'm guessing their popularity is down to making mornings that little bit easier.
However, not everyone likes the texture of overnight oats and this is where blended oats are a great alternative. They are a cross between overnight oats and a smoothie and I'm sure you and your little ones are going to love them.
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Reasons to Love this Recipe
- EASY MORNINGS - Prepping the night before means you can enjoy a healthy breakfast no matter how busy your morning routine is.
- SMOOTH TEXTURE - Blending oats is a great way to combat any textural issues that kids (and adults) may have with traditional overnight oats.
- ADAPTABLE - Change up the recipe by adding different toppings, switching the fruits you add or adding extra flavouring (such as cinnamon, cocoa powder, vanilla etc)
- NUTRITIOUS - Everything you need to start the day right
Ingredient Information (With alternative Suggestions)
For the full recipe, with ingredient amounts, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- ROLLED OATS (OLD-FASHIONED OATS)
You can replace them with quick oat (as they are getting blended anyway) but steel-cut oats won't work for this recipe as they're too hard. - MILK
Any milk will work but remember to take into consideration that different kinds of milk have different nutritional profiles. - CHIA SEEDS
Added for a nutritional boost and gives the blended oats a pudding-like texture. - BANANA
Adds sweetness and creaminess. Skip/replace with a sweetener of choice or around ½ cup of unsweetened apple puree/sauce - FROZEN BERRIES
For flavour, colour and nutrition. Any berries will work and you can use fresh or frozen.
Step by Step Instructions and Tips
This is a super simple recipe, all you have to do is...
- Add all the ingredients to a blender
- Blitz until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the mixture into two small containers, cover and refrigerate.
- The next morning, stir the mixture and add your favourite toppings.
Serving Suggestions
Just like overnight oats, you can serve this recipe with any toppings you so desire. Some suggestions include...
- Swirl of nutbutter
- Dollop of chia jam
- Fresh berries
- Crushed nuts/seeds
- Granola
- Spices (such as cinnamon, ginger or cardamom)
- Drizzle of honey (do not add for under 1s)
Recipe FAQs
You can store these in the refrigerator for up to two days but the colour does start to fade and will become browner the longer you store it.
These are designed to be eaten cold. If you hate the thought of eating this cold you can heat them up in the morning using the microwave or stove top.
No, the oats do not need to be cooked before going into your blender.
If you find them on the runny side you can add some oat flour, almond flour or some chia seeds. Return to the refrigerator for around 30 mins, they should have thickened up. The next time you make them just add less milk or a little more oats at the blending stage.
Oats may be introduced as soon as a baby is ready to start solids, which is generally around 6 months of age. However, it is important to remember that your baby is unique and rather than going by dates, you need to make sure your baby is developmentally ready. Once dairy has been safely introduced and ruled out as an allergen, cow's milk can be used to make blended oats.
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Blended Berry Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- ½ cup (55g) Frozen Raspberries
- ½ cup (60g) Frozen Blueberries
- 1 small Banana
- ½ cup (55g) Rolled Oats (Old Fashioned Oats)
- 1 tablespoon Chia seeds
- ¾ cup (180ml) cup Milk
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a high speed blender and blitz until smooth.
- Pour into two jars, cover and refrigerate over night.
- When ready to eat, top each jar with a spoonful of peanut butter and some fresh berries. (optional)
Linda
I love all your overnight oats, can’t wait to try this recipe. Do you think adding half avocado in addition to the rest of the ingredients, will work ok in this recipe ? Thank you
Maeve Hennessy
Can u leave out banana and use date to sweeten instead
Amy
Hi Maeve, I'd really have to test it to say for sure. It would be worth a try. Just make sure the dates are fresh / have been soaked in boiling water so that they blend easily. If you find it too thick you can always add a splash more milk or stir in some yoghurt in the am. If you try it, I'd love to know what you think. 🙂
Claire
Loved it. The best overnight oats I have tried, it sets to a yummy pudding texture
Amy
Thanks Claire 🙂
Lorna
I don’t have ground almonds. Will it make a big difference if I leave that out?
Erin
This is a perfect healthy breakfast we started making as my son got sick of baby cereal. He livyes the creamy texture and just gobbles it down. I use 3/4 cup of quick oats because that's what we tend to buy - I found the texture was too soupy with just 1/2 but it may be thicker with rolled oats. Thank you Amy!
Amy
Thanks Erin, glad he likes it and that you managed to find a ration that worked for you. Thanks for taking the time to let me know 🙂
Lauren
Can this be frozen?
Amy
Hi Lauren, I haven't actually tried freezing this, sorry. I think it would be ok though.
Lauren
Thanks! I tried it out and it worked well.
Amy
Great 🙂
Zoe
This sounds great, I can't wait to try! Do you think it'd work with mango (fresh or frozen)? I've got stacks in the freezer!
Zoe Rose
This sounds great, I can't wait to try! Do you think it'd work with mango (fresh or frozen)? I've got stacks in the the freezer!
Amy
I think it would be great with mango and maybe coconut milk. Yum!
Minna
Love your new blog design and name! And this recipe looks delicious as always 🙂
Amy
Aww, thanks Minna. ?
Stacey
Sounds like a great smootied and love that hits are in their sooo nutritious!!!
Amy
Thanks Stacey 🙂
Kendra
Yum! I love oatmeal smoothies so this will be delicious I'm sure!
A little
I have one with a but allergy so is there something I could put in place of the ground almonds? Or just omit? Thank you for sharing--I need some more healthy & quick ideas for mornings.
A little
*nut allergy* 🙂
Amy
Hi, Yes you can totally leave out the ground almonds. I just added them for a little more protein. Please note I have updated the recipe, I forgot to add the milk when I first posted it.