When I was being interviewed for the “Change One Small Habit, Change Your Life” article for More Magazine, the author/interviewer Brian Alexander shared this recipe with me. It’s very versatile and can be tailored to your (and/or your kids) taste. You can use agave or maple syrup in lieu of the honey; add more or less brown sugar or substitute coconut sugar; and/or add in raisins, slivered almonds, or other dried fruits. My kids can’t get enough cinnamon so we load up in that department!
Overnight Oatmeal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup Quick Oats
- 1/2 cup Old Fashioned Oats
- 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1-2 teaspoon Cinnamon (depending on your taste)
- 2 cups Milk
Directions
Step 1 | |
Combine all the ingredients in a container with a tight fitting lid. | |
Step 2 | |
Mix well. Put the cover on and place in the refrigerator over night. | |
Step 3 | |
Enjoy it all week. I scoop 1 cup out for my 8 year old and a 1/2 cup for my 4 year old. I zap in the microwave for 30 seconds to a minute to to take the chill off. |

Jennessa, I have started making this and my husband and son both LOVE it. It is so incredibly easy to make and I love that all it takes in the morning is a little heating in the micro. This recipe rocks, thank you so much!!