Milo Overnight Oats

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Made with Milo, this Milo overnight oats recipe comes together easily to make for a delicious breakfast! Made with chocolate malt powder, this malty overnight oats is perfect for Milo lovers or for anyone craving something slightly chocolatey.

If you grew up with this signature green tin, you’d recognize the name Milo. If not, then Milo is a chocolate malt powder with a malty, nutty, sweet taste. I definitely looked forward to when my mom pulled out the tin and made me a delicious drink. This overnight oats is a nostalgic way to start your day.

A jar of milo overnight oats topped with fresh berries.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

It’s so quick to make overnight oats! Don’t let the 4 hour total time in the recipe card fool you. It takes a maximum of 10 minutes to mix together the ingredients in a bowl then you just pop it in the fridge.
This is a budget-friendly breakfast. Rolled oats and chia seeds are pretty inexpensive to purchase in bulk.
A serving of overnight oats is a great way to start your day. Rolled oats, chia seeds, and yogurt are all packed with nutritious goodness.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Ingredients needed to make milo overnight oats.

Like my other overnight oats recipe, this overnight oats made with milo uses a lot of pantry staples! Here is a run-down of the key ingredients and you can find the measurements in the recipe card down below (plus a video!).

rolled oats — make sure you are using old-fashioned rolled oats. Instant oats and quick oats do not hold up as well, so I do not prefer the texture of the oats after they’ve been soaked.

chia seeds — chia seeds come in both black and white seeds, but there is no difference in nutritional content. They’re an excellent source of plant-based protein! When they absorb the milk, it helps thicken the overnight oats.

Milo — you can find Milo in most grocery stores but you can also grab it online. Feel free to add more Milo powder than I do for extra Milo flavor.

yogurt — the yogurt works with the chia seeds to give the overnight oats a creamy texture. This recipe uses non-fat Greek yogurt for that boost of protein. This Oikos yogurt is a great option for low fat and high protein and you can get them in all kinds of flavors to add flavor to the overnight oats if you want even more protein in your overnight oats.

milk — you can use any water or milk of your choice, from cow’s milk to non-dairy milk such as cashew milk or almond milk. If you don’t have milk, you can make it with water, like my overnight oats with water recipe. You can even get high protein milk where you get 18 grams of protein per cup.

vanilla — a splash of vanilla extract to accentuate the sweetness and flavor of the overnight oats. You can also use vanilla bean paste or powder.

maple syrup — maple syrup is my preferred sweetener, but you can use your favorite one. Make sure you are using real maple syrup and not pancake syrup.

How to Make Milo Overnight Oats

Set of two photos showing ingredients added to a mixing bowl and stirred to combine.

Add the rolled oats, chia seeds, milo, yogurt, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a bowl.
Mix until well combined. Cover and put the mixture into the fridge (or individual containers) for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Set of two photos showing overnight oats set in a bowl and then serving in a jar with berries.

When ready to enjoy, top with some chopped fruit or berries, etc, or additional milo and enjoy!

A jar of milo overnight oats topped with berries with a spoon.

Recipe Tips and Notes

You can top your overnight oats with some Milo powder! There’s a drink called Milo Dinosaur where you top it off with Milo powder, so you don’t have to dissolve the powder before using.
For an on-to-go meal, mason jars are great. 16-ounce wide-mouth mason jars are great if you plan on adding toppings, so you don’t spill anything. I also LOVE a good weck jar.
You can use a bit of kefir in place of the milk for some extra probiotics.
Make sure to stir the overnight oats well, as chia seeds can clump up. You can give it a second stir after the overnight oats sit in the fridge for a while.
If you prefer a thinner consistency to your overnight oats, add more milk.

A jar of milo overnight oats topped with berries.

Make Ahead Tips

Meal prep: once cooled, store the cooked meatballs in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge.
Freezer: allow the air fryer meatballs to cool before transferring them into an airtight container before storing them in the freezer. They can last for up to 3 months.

How does Milo taste?

Milo has a malty, nutty, sweet taste. It reminds me of hot cocoa, but it tastes less sweet than regular hot chocolate mixes.

What are overnight oats?

Overnight oats are a no-cook method of preparing oatmeal! It’s made by soaking rolled oats in some liquid, such as milk, overnight so they become soft and digestible.

Are overnight oats healthy?

I would consider this protein overnight oats recipe to be healthy as the ingredients are rich in fiber, protein, and antioxidants. They also contain a wide range of vitamins and minerals!

Can you use steel-cut oats for overnight oats?

While you can use steel-cut oats, keep in mind that steel-cut oats will need to be soaked longer, and the texture will be dense and chewy in comparison. This overnight oats recipe, in particular, uses rolled oats, so I recommend following the recipe if this is your first time making overnight oats.

Topping Suggestions for Overnight Oats

Jam: I love the added sweetness of stirring some jam into the overnight oats. Try my super easy raspberry jam recipe made with chia seeds. Jam also pairs delightfully with nut butter. Not a fan of jam? Try applesauce!
Nut butter: peanut butter, cashew butter, and almond butter adds a bit of extra protein to the overnight oats.
Fruit: what’s not to love about some fruit? Raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, mango, kiwi, and bananas make for a great topping.
Granola, nuts, or seeds: granola, chopped nuts (like pecans or walnuts), or seeds (like sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds) add a great crunch to your overnight oats. Try my homemade lemon poppyseed granola or vanilla almond granola! Hemp hearts are great as well!