Peaches & Cream Overnight Oats

These Peaches & Cream Overnight Oats will start your morning on an energizing note. And since they’re made ahead of time, the dish makes the morning rush a little less rushed. Fiber-rich oats soak up the creamy, protein-packed milk and yogurt, flavored with earthy cinnamon, maple syrup and vanilla, and become chewy and satisfying. Antioxidant-rich peaches are sweet and juicy and are topped with a dollop of rich, silky cream cheese and yogurt topping. Keep reading for our expert tips, including what ingredients can be swapped out. 

Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen

These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too! 

• Whenever possible, we recommend using fresh, in-season peaches because they tend to be sweeter and more flavorful than frozen ones. However, frozen peaches can also work well in this recipe.
• When selecting ripe peaches, look for ones that are fragrant and yield slightly when gently pressed. Avoid those that are overly soft, wrinkled or blemished.
• If you prefer, you can substitute strawberries for the peaches. They make a delicious alternative.
• Be sure to refrigerate the overnight oats for at least 8 hours before serving, allowing them to thicken properly.

Nutrition Notes

• Oats are packed with plant protein, fiber and complex carbohydrates for energy. Regularly eating oats is linked with a healthier heart and gut, partly thanks to oats’ fiber. Oats are naturally gluten-free but may be contaminated with gluten during processing. If you’re following a gluten-free routine, purchase certified gluten-free oats to be sure.
• Milk adds protein and calcium to these overnight oats. It also provides vitamin D, which, along with calcium, is necessary for healthy bones.
• Greek-style yogurt provides another protein and calcium punch for these oats. It also adds probiotics, those good-for-your gut bacteria, linked with lower inflammation and reduced disease risk. 
• Peaches add antioxidants and vitamins A and C, which support healthy immunity. The probiotics in the yogurt will thrive on the fiber in the peaches and oats.