Cookie Oatmeal Overnight Oats (cream, easy breakfast)

This cookie oatmeal makes a fun and tasty treat for breakfast while still being healthy and wholesome. Also, you only need 8 ingredients that you probably already have on hand.

Cookie oatmeal

Set aside flavorless oatmeal and get ready for a fun and tasty breakfast treat. Today I am going to be sharing how to make delicious cookies and cream overnight oats!

Going to sleep at night you’ll feel great knowing that you have a make ahead breakfast ready for you in the morning. Also, you can double or triple the recipe so you have breakfast ready to go for a few mornings!

This cookie oatmeal is creamy, wholesome, and slightly sweet. It is naturally sweetened with a teaspoon of maple syrup and made creamy with a tablespoon of cream. The chocolate chips and cookies also add some sweetness. If you want to dial back the sweetness, omit the chocolate chips. What’s so great about overnight oats is that they are so versatile! Keep reading below to find all the ingredients in cookie oatmeal.

Cookie oatmeal ingredients

Here are the ingredients we are working with.

• Oats

• Milk

• Cream, or half and half

• Flaxseed meal

• Chia seeds

• Maple syrup

• Chocolate chips

• Oreo cookie, or cookie of choice

Why you’ll love cookie oatmeal

I mean, who does’t love cookies and, having them for breakfast… say no more. You’re going to love this cookies and cream oatmeal!

• This recipe has an Oreo cookie on top!

• Overnight oats make the best easy breakfast idea.

• These Oreo oats are loaded with creamy flavor!

• Cookie oatmeal takes just 5 minutes of preparation time.

• These oats are fun treat but also filling and wholesome.

• Oats are a very nutritious whole grains with complex carbs and healthy fats.

• Additionally, try these cake batter overnight oats.

How to make overnight oats

One of the great things about overnight oats in general, is that they can be made in 5 minutes. Follow these 4 easy steps below to whip up cookie oatmeal!

STEP 1

Firstly, grab a mason jar or a small storage container. Either option works well!

STEP 2

Secondly, add all the ingredients in the jar except the cookie. Mix until smooth and combined.

STEP 3

Thirdly, put the lid on the mason jar and store them in the fridge overnight (or for 6 hours).

STEP 4

Add the cookies on top and enjoy them in the morning.

What’s so great about oats?

Oats themselves are a very wholesome whole grain, loaded with fiber, nutrients and vitamins. Since they are loaded with fiber they will keep you feeling full for longer. Here are some other oatmeal benefits.

• Due to the fiber, oatmeal will keep you full all morning long!

• Oats are minimally processed.

• They are rich in antioxidants.

• Oatmeal is great source of complex carbs, whole grains and fiber.

• They have 6 grams of protein per 1/2 cup serving.

Toppings for oatmeal

While this cookie oatmeal recipe is absolutely delicious on its own, you can also add a few more toppings for added crunch and flavor. Here are some other toppings you’ll love!

More cookies. If you’re a cookie lover, top these oats with more crushed cookies.

Chocolate chips. For extra chocolate flavor, add a sprinkle of chocolate chips on top.

Nuts. Add some almonds and walnuts for an extra crunch!

Sliced banana. Feel free to top these oats with freshly sliced bananas OR add some blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries.

Frequently asked questions

What are the health benefits of oats?

Oats have many added benefits. To name a few, they are high in beta glucan which is a soluble fiber, high in antioxidants and complex carbohydrates. Soluble fiber is known to be great for your gut and overall health.

How to make overnight oats?

Cookies and cream overnight oats take just a few minutes to make and require 6 hours of chilling time in the fridge. Simply mix all the ingredients together in a mason jar (besides the cookie) and set the jar in the fridge overnight. Top with the cookie in the morning and enjoy!

How long do overnight oats last?

While overnight oats are best when enjoyed the next morning. They can be stored for 3 days without getting too soggy. Because of this, they make a great meal prep breakfast. You can make three servings at the beginning of the week and enjoy them for breakfast during the week.

Are whole grain oats gluten free?

Regular oats have the possibility to be cross contaminated with wheat products so, it’s best to buy certified gluten free oats.

What type of oats are best for overnight oats?

For overnight oats you can use quick oats or regular rolled oats. I have used both and they both result in nicely textured creamy overnight oats. I do not recommend using steel cut overnight oats.

Whole oats vs instant oats

You may be wondering what the difference between is between whole oats and quick oats. Let’s take a minute to break them down.

Quick oats or instant oats are whole oats that have been processed down. But not processed in a bad, unhealthy way! They have simply been pre-cooked, dried and cut into small pieces so they take less time to cook! You can use them in this recipe if that’s what you have on hand.

Whole oats are simply harvested oats that are cleaned and flattened. They also work well in this recipe if thats what you have on hand!

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Other overnight oats recipes

If you’re an oatmeal lover certainly give these other overnight oats recipes a try.

Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

Blueberry Vanilla Overnight Oats Recipe

Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats