Nutella Overnight Oats

Jump to Recipe - Print Recipe

Creamy, chocolatey, and hearty, this nutella overnight oats recipe is an easy and delicious breakfast meal prep. Coming together in a few simple steps, this hazelnut overnight oats recipe is going to be your new favorite breakfast! Just mix and let set in the fridge!

I’m sure from all the overnight oats recipes on the blog that you know that I’m a huge fan of overnight oats. Well, today, we are combining my love for overnight oats with chocolatey goodness. I love a spoonful of nutella, so why not add that to some overnight oats?

A jar of nutella overnight oats with cut strawberries, bananas, chocolate chips, and granola.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Overnight oats are truly one of the easiest meal preps you can make! You simply mix everything together in a bowl and let it set up in the fridge overnight. You really can’t go wrong with this recipe.
You can enjoy this nutella overnight oats recipe as a breakfast, snack, or dessert!
While you might not consider nutella a health food, rolled oats, chia seeds, and yogurt are a great addition to your day.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Ingredients needed to make nutella overnight oats.

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.
milk — you can use any water or milk of your choice, from cow’s milk to non-dairy milk. However, I find whole milk to make the creaminess overnight oats. If you don’t have milk, you can make it with water, like my overnight oats with water recipe.
chia seeds — chia seeds come in both black and white seeds, but there is no difference in nutritional content. They’re also an excellent source of plant-based protein! When they absorb the milk, it helps thicken the overnight oats.
yogurt — the yogurt works with the chia seeds to give the overnight oats a creamy texture. I suggest using a thick, creamy yogurt for the overnight oats. If you don’t have yogurt, you can use applesauce or mashed bananas.
nutella — nutella is a sweetened hazelnut cocoa spread.
maple syrup — maple syrup is my preferred sweetener, but you can use your favorite one.
vanilla extract — just a splash of vanilla extract is all you need.
salt — a pinch of salt helps bring the flavors together.

How to Make Nutella Overnight Oats

Set of two photos showing milk added to rolled oats and yogurt, chia seeds, and nutella added on top.

Add the rolled oats, chia seeds, yogurt, milk, vanilla extract, salt, nutella, and maple syrup in a bowl.

Set of two photos showing before and after nutella overnight oats set in a bowl.

Mix until well combined. Cover and put the mixture into the fridge (or individual containers) for at least 4 hours but preferably overnight.

Set of two photos showing toppings added to nutella overnight oats.

When ready to enjoy, you can add some extra nutella spread to a jar, add the overnight oats on top, top with some chopped fruit or berries, etc, and enjoy!

Recipe Tips and Notes

For a grab-and-go meal, mason jars are great. 16-ounce wide-mouth mason jars are great if you plan on adding toppings and don’t want anything to spill or overflow. I also LOVE a good weck jar.
If you’re worried the nutella is too thick to stir into the overnight oats, you can microwave the nutella for 10 to 20 seconds to soften it.
Some of my favorite add-ins include chocolate chips, chocolate shavings, crushed hazelnuts, granola, fruit, and berries!
For more chocolate flavor, you can replace some of the milk with chocolate milk!

Make Ahead Tips

Meal prep: store the nutella overnight oats without any toppings in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge.
Freezer: to freeze overnight oats, portion out the oats in small containers, then freeze! Thaw the overnight oats in the fridge for 6-8 hours/overnight before you’d like to eat them. You can store the overnight oats in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Jars of nutella overnight oats with spoons leaned on them.

What are overnight oats?

Overnight oats are a no-cook method of making oatmeal! It’s made by soaking rolled oats in some liquid overnight so they become soft and digestible. They are a convenient and healthy option for busy mornings!

Do you eat overnight oats hot or cold?

Nutella overnight oats can be enjoyed cold or warmed up in the morning! Simply microwave the overnight oats to warm them up if you do not want to eat them cold.

Are overnight oats healthy?

The ingredients in the overnight oats are pretty healthy! Rolled oats, chia seeds, yogurt, and milk 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 frozen fruit overnight oats recipe, in particular, uses rolled oats, so I recommend following the recipe if this is your first time making overnight oats.