Creamy overnight oats infused with tangy kefir, fresh lemon zest, and mixed berries. Packed with gut-friendly probiotics and ready to grab-and-go in the morning!
Author:ranime
Prep Time:5 mins
Cook Time:0 mins
Total Time:4+ hrs (for chilling)
Yield:1 serving 1x
Category:Breakfast
Method:No-Cook
Cuisine:Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
Base:
1/2 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
3/4 cup plain or vanilla kefir (dairy or coconut kefir)
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Berry Layer:
1/2 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
1 tsp chia seeds (optional for thicker berries)
Toppings:
2 tbsp Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt
1 tbsp sliced almonds or granola
Extra lemon zest
Mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
Mix base: In a jar or container, combine oats, kefir, chia seeds, honey, lemon zest/juice, vanilla, and salt. Stir well.
Prep berries: Mash half the berries with 1 tsp chia seeds (if using) to create a jam-like layer.
Layer: Alternate spoonfuls of oat mixture and berry mixture in your jar.
Chill: Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours).
Serve: Top with yogurt, remaining berries, almonds, and extra lemon zest.
Notes
Meal prep: Stores up to 3 days refrigerated
Dairy-free: Use coconut kefir and almond yogurt
Protein boost: Add 1 scoop vanilla protein powder to base
Texture tip: If too thick, stir in extra kefir or milk before serving