The BEST Matcha Overnight Oats: Quick, Creamy & Healthy!

Introduction

There is a specific quiet that settles over our kitchen in Bend, Oregon, just before the sun spills over the Cascades. It is that hour when the coffee is brewing and the house still smells of sleep. Last Tuesday, I found myself standing at the counter, scooping a spoonful of vibrant green powder into a mason jar, and I thought about the first time I ever tried matcha. It was years ago, in a tiny tea shop in Portland, and I remember the earthy, slightly sweet taste lingering on my tongue long after the last sip. That memory, combined with the need for a breakfast that could keep up with our busy mornings, led me to create The BEST Matcha Overnight Oats. This is not just a recipe. It is a quiet ritual, a way to offer my family a moment of calm before the chaos of the day. Ethan once joked that my overnight oats are a love language, and I think he might be right. For Emily and the kids, Adams and Jana, this jar of creamy, green-speckled goodness is a promise that the morning will be gentle, even when the alarm clock screams.

We all crave a healthy breakfast that feels like a treat, and this recipe delivers. It is a plant based breakfast option that is both filling and energizing. Made with gluten free matcha oats and a touch of sweetness, it is the kind of meal that makes you feel good from the inside out. I have been making variations of overnight oats for years, but this matcha oatmeal recipe quickly became a favorite. It is a vegan matcha recipe that even my most skeptical friends adore. The best part? It comes together in under ten minutes the night before, so you can spend your morning actually enjoying your coffee instead of scrambling for breakfast.

C. Motter Cindy

The BEST Matcha Overnight Oats

A creamy, energizing, and plant-based matcha overnight oatmeal that's perfect for a healthy breakfast. It's easy to prepare the night before and delivers a gentle start to your day.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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For the Oats

• 1 cup Oats old-fashioned or rolled oats
• 1 cup Almond Milk or any plant-based milk
• 1 tbsp Matcha Powder high-quality, organic preferred
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
• 1 tbsp Maple Syrup or agave nectar
• 1/4 tsp Salt

For Toppings

• 1 tbsp Chia Seeds optional
• 1/4 cup Berries blueberries or strawberries
• 1 tbsp Slivered Almonds optional

Equipment

• Mason Jar
• Mixing bowl
• measuring cups,
• spoons.

Method

 

Prepare the Oats

1. In a mixing bowl, combine oats, almond milk, matcha powder, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and salt.
2. Whisk or stir until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture is smooth.
3. Transfer the mixture into 4 clean mason jars or airtight containers.
4. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Serve and Garnish

1. Before serving, give the oats a good stir and add desired toppings such as chia seeds, berries, and slivered almonds.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 10gFat: 8g

Notes

These oats can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For convenience, prepare a batch on Sunday evening for the whole week. Make sure to use high-quality matcha powder for the best flavor.

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