Calling all matcha lovers! Rolled oats combine with matcha powder, chia seeds, greek yogurt, milk, and a touch of maple syrup and vanilla to create these creamy, delicious, and energizing Matcha Overnight Oats. They’re rich in fibre and protein to help you start your day off right with a quick and healthy breakfast. Oh, and they’re perfect for meal prep!

two jars of matcha overnight oats topped with blueberries, sliced banana, and chia seeds

Why Make Overnight Oats?

I’m a Registered Dietitian, and overnight oats have been a staple breakfast of mine for years.

Using oats in recipes for breakfast means starting your day with a source of whole grains, which are rich in fibre, energizing carbs, and essential micronutrients.

I love that you can make overnight oats ahead of time (meal prep saves lives!) by whisking a few simple ingredients together. Then in the morning, you’ve got a delicious and nutritious breakfast ready to go!

I love overnight oats so much that I’ve crafted a variety of delicious recipes over the years. From Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats, cozy Chai Overnight Oats, and even Tiramisu Overnight Oats.

These matcha overnight oats are another fantastic option. They’re creamy, energizing, and have that matcha green tea flavour you know and love.

jar of matcha overnight oats topped with blueberries, sliced banana, and chia seeds

Health Benefits of Matcha:

If you’re not familiar with matcha, it is a type of green tea originating from China and eventually brought to Japan. The word “matcha” comes from the Japanese words “ma” (ground) and “cha” (tea), which literally translate to “ground tea.”

In recent years, matcha has gained popularity due to its unique taste, vibrant colour, and potential health benefits. Some of these benefits include:

  • Rich in Antioxidants: Matcha is chalk-full off catechins, a type of antioxidant that helps neutralize harmful free radicals in the body. This is important for the prevention of various chronic diseases such as cancer, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.
  • L-theanine: Matcha green tea does contain caffeine, which can help with alertness. It also contains L-theanine which is an amino acid that may have an effect on brain chemicals like serotonin and dopamine, producing a calming effect.

Making these matcha oats is a great way to incorporate the benefits of matcha and reap the benefits of other nutritious ingredients like oats (which are high in soluble fibre), chia seeds (learn the benefits), and greek yogurt (which is different than regular yogurt).

ingredients in bowls on a wooden serving board

How to Make Overnight Oats:

Making overnight oats is easy – like, stupid easy. All you really need to do is mix all of the ingredients together and let them sit in the fridge overnight.

But, here’s a little step-by-step guide to making this matcha oatmeal recipe:

Rolled oats, chia seeds, and matcha powder in a bowl.
Add oats, matcha powder, and chia seeds to a bowl and stir together.
Oats, matcha powder, chia seeds, greek yogurt, milk, vanilla, and maple syrup in a bowl.
Add the greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla, and milk.
matcha overnight oats mixture in a bowl
Mix it all together well, then cover and store in the fridge overnight.
matcha overnight oats in a jar topped with fruit
Serve with your choice of toppings, e.g. fruit, nuts, or seeds.

For overnight oats, I recommend using rolled oats rather than quick-cooking oats. Quick oats absorb more liquid, and this may result in a soggier oatmeal texture.

Storage Tips & Substitution Suggestions:

If you are meal-prepping, overnight oats will keep in the fridge up to 4 days. I recommend storing the overnight oats in an airtight container (like a mason jar or meal prep container).

This recipe is naturally gluten-free, and if you have celiac disease be sure to use a certified gluten-free brand of rolled oats. If you don’t have maple syrup, you can substitute this with honey or agave syrup.

To make this recipe vegan, you can use a non-dairy milk and a plant-based Greek yogurt option.

matcha overnight oats in a jar topped with fruit

Connect with Hannah Magee, RD!

I hope you love this recipe as much as I do. If you try it, let me know what you think by leaving a rating and a review in the comments below.

Oh, and be sure to take a photo and tag me at @hannahmagee_rd so I can re-share on my stories!

two jars of matcha overnight oats topped with blueberries, sliced banana, and chia seeds

Easy & Nourishing Matcha Overnight Oats

Servings: 2 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Resting Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 5 minutes
Calling all matcha lovers! Rolled oats combine with matcha powder, chia seeds, greek yogurt, milk, and a touch of maple syrup and vanilla to create these creamy, delicious, and energizing Matcha Overnight Oats. They're rich in fibre and protein to help you start your day off right with a quick and healthy breakfast. Oh, and they're perfect for meal prep!
No ratings yet
Print Recipe Pin Recipe Leave a Review

Ingredients

Instructions 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chia seeds, culinary-grade matcha powder, and a pinch of salt.
    Rolled oats, chia seeds, and matcha powder in a bowl.
  • Add plain Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and milk, then whisk together to combine.
    matcha overnight oats mixture in a bowl
  • Divide mixture amongst two containers (like mason jars), seal, and refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours or overnight.
    two jars of matcha overnight oats topped with blueberries, sliced banana, and chia seeds
  • In the morning, top with fruit, nuts, and any other toppings you like. Enjoy!
    matcha overnight oats in a jar topped with fruit
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
Course: Breakfast
Author: Hannah Magee, RD
Did you make this recipe?Be sure to take a photo and tag me at @hannahmagee_rd so I can see!