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    Home » Breakfast » Eggnog Overnight Oats

    Dec 18, 2017 · Modified: Apr 26, 2023 by Sues · This post may contain affiliate links, uses cookies, and generates income via ads · View privacy policy + disclosure statement linked in footer · 8 Comments

    Eggnog Overnight Oats

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    Eggnog season is short lived, so you better get your fill of it while you can! These Eggnog Overnight Oats give you the perfect excuse to indulge in eggnog for breakfast.

    Head-on view of a mason jar filled with eggnog overnight oats topped with crushed candy canes and pecans with second jar and silver tinsel in the background and recipe title at top

    Can you believe Christmas is in one week?? And then... the holiday season will officially be over. Which also means that eggnog season will be over. And I am so not ready for that.

    But I guess that just means that I need to fit as much of it in as I possibly can over the next seven days. Without making myself so sick that I hate it forever. Because really, I feel like eggnog and candy corn are very similar in that once you take it too far, it's over forever.

    So don't worry, I'm just over here enjoying my eggnog for breakfast. Overnight oats style.

    Seriously though, I feel like Eggnog Overnight Oats are the perfect way to start your day off really well without going overboard. Right?? Please help me justify having eggnog for breakfast.

    I guess these Christmas overnight oats are one of the reasons why eggnog season doesn't last long. Sigh.

    Eggnog Overnight Oats Recipe

    Anyway, I promise that this really is a toned down way of getting your eggnog fix. I only used ¼ cup of eggnog, along with ¼ cup of almond milk. Of course, if you want to go all out, feel free to use ½ cup eggnog and go on your holly jolly way.

    Actually, the first time I made these eggnog overnight oats, I only had vanilla flavored Greek yogurt and I used all eggnog and let's just say it was a little tooo much sweetness for first thing in the morning.

    So, I did some adjusting and came up with this perfect balance.

    You don't have to add any toppings, but a little bit of crushed pecans and candy canes never hurt anyone, right? It is the holiday season, after all.

    Overhead view of a jar of eggnog overnight oats topped with crushed red, white, and green candy canes and pecans with oats scattered all around

    I love breakfasts like this because you prep them at night (when you're already begrudgingly prepping your lunch and making the coffee anyway) and then just grab them in the morning. The less you have to think in the morning, the better, right?

    And if you're off to work at the office, you can throw your jar of eggnog overnight oats in your bag and eat it when you arrive. Or on your commute if you can't wait. Which you probably can't.

    Just a warning that if you take public transportation, everyone will be pretty jealous to see you digging into a jar of Christmas overnight oats!

    Overhead landscape view of two mason jars of eggnog overnight oats topped with crushed candy bars and pecans with spoon in the background

    Despite the fact that these overnight oats involve eggnog, they're actually pretty healthy. Old fashioned oats are known to prevent cardiovascular disease and control blood sugar levels.

    The chia seeds pack a nutrient punch; they're high in antioxidants, protein, and fiber and low in calories.

    And the Greek yogurt is full of calcium, protein, and probiotics.

    The eggnog? Well, that just helps the overnight oats stay super creamy and filled with holiday flavor.

    I'm just happy I now have a legitimate excuse to have eggnog in the morning. You know, in addition to putting it in my coffee (really, I only ever drink my coffee black, unless there's eggnog involved).

    Hey, it's only a few weeks a year and there's no better way to get into the holiday spirit.

    Head-on view of a mason jar filled with eggnog overnight oats topped with crushed candy canes and pecans with second jar and silver tinsel in the background

    But do you think eggnog would freeze well? Asking for a friend.

    Have you had your fill of eggnog this holiday season?

    If you need more excuses to get your fill of eggnog in before the holidays are over, try my Gingerbread Rolls with Eggnog Glaze or Snow Day Sugar Cookie Milkshake! I also can't wait to make these Oreo Eggnog Cheesecake Bars from Table for Seven!

    Eggnog Overnight Oats -- Eggnog season is short lived, so you better fit it in while you can! These Eggnog Overnight Oats give you the perfect excuse to indulge in eggnog for breakfast | wearenotmartha.com

    Eggnog Overnight Oats

    Eggnog season is short lived, so you better get your fill of it while you can! These Eggnog Overnight Oats give you the perfect excuse to indulge in eggnog for breakfast.
    5 from 7 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Christmas Breakfasts, Eggnog Recipes, Holiday Breakfasts
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Chill Time: 8 hours
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Makes: 1 serving
    Author: Sues

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup old-fashioned oats
    • 1 ½ tsp chia seeds
    • ½ cup 2% Greek yogurt
    • ¼ cup eggnog
    • ¼ cup almond milk (or milk of your choice)
    • ⅛ tsp nutmeg
    • ⅛ tsp cinnamon

    Instructions

    • Combine old-fashioned oats, chia seeds, Greek yogurt, eggnog, almond milk, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a mason jar; cover; and shake to combine. If your jar isn't big enough, mix together in a bowl before putting in mason jar.
    • Refrigerate overnight, or for at least 8 hours.
    • Before eating, top with crushed pecans and peppermint candy, if you desire.
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    You deserve a festive holiday season breakfast and these eggnog overnight oats are the perfect morning treat! | wearenotmartha.com #eggnog #eggnogrecipes #overnightoats #easybreakfasts
    Eggnog for breakfast? Yes! With these eggnog overnight oats, you can enjoy the favorite Christmas breakfast in a healthy way! | wearenotmartha.com #holidayrecipes #eggnogrecipes #overnightoats #oatmeal #christmasrecipes
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    1. Tara says

      December 19, 2017 at 11:43 am

      5 stars
      Yum! Such a great use for leftover eggnog. Definitely a festive way to start your day.

    2. Amy | The Cook Report says

      December 19, 2017 at 12:01 pm

      5 stars
      I haven't ever tried eggnog but this looks really tasty 🙂

    3. Jessica Levinson says

      December 19, 2017 at 12:16 pm

      What a fun breakfast to wake up to! Looks so good!

    4. Lisa Bynum says

      December 19, 2017 at 12:31 pm

      5 stars
      I love eggnog, but I'm a little late jumping on the wagon this year. This looks like a good excuse to have MORE!

    5. Ginny says

      December 19, 2017 at 12:47 pm

      5 stars
      Why didn't I think of this! So simple and it sounds delicious.

    6. Cheryl A. says

      December 19, 2017 at 4:17 pm

      5 stars
      Hi there - I am def going to try this but don't have any mason jars so will mix in a bowl and put in a glass - I just won't be able to carry it into work, I guess - ha!! Thank you for sharing...

    7. Jenni LeBaron says

      December 22, 2017 at 6:56 pm

      Yum! I love eggnog and oats so this is right up my alley! What a great breakfast treat during the holidays!

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    1. Mostly Easy Christmas Breakfast Ideas - Tulamama says:
      April 30, 2020 at 8:15 am

      […] If you don’t add the peppermint candy on the top, this would actually be a healthy Christmas breakfast with chia seeds, old fashioned oatmeal, and greek yogurt. Find the recipe here. […]

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