Blueberry Muffin Overnight Oats: The Only Way I Can Get Up Before the Sun

Here’s the thing: if I don’t work out first thing in the morning, it’s just not happening. Afternoon workouts? Forget it. By 3 PM, I’m just trying to make it through the day without rage-snacking on half a bag of chips while scrolling Instagram. So, I drag myself out of bed before the sun is up, shuffle into my kitchen like a confused extra in a zombie movie, and rely on two non-negotiables to make it through: pre-set coffee and a pre-prepped breakfast.

Let’s talk about breakfast. Because when you’re up at 4 AM, breakfast isn’t just important—it’s the only thing standing between you and existential dread. But it also can’t be complicated. I’m not about to whip up an omelet or flip pancakes when I’m still half-asleep and trying not to trip over the cat (who is honestly the reason I get out of bed-once the alarm goes off, she wants to be fed!) Enter overnight oats: the hero of the early riser, the champion of meal prep, and—when done right—a little jar of joy in an otherwise questionable hour of the day.

But not just any overnight oats. No, I’m talking about blueberry muffin overnight oats. Because if I’m going to voluntarily exist before sunrise, I deserve to be rewarded. And what’s a better reward than feeling like you’re eating a blueberry muffin while also being virtuous enough to call it “healthy”?

I’ve always been a sucker for blueberry muffins. They’re the gold standard of baked goods, if you ask me. Sure, chocolate chip muffins are fun and definitely Ivy’s favorite, and banana nut muffins are… fine, I guess. But blueberry muffins? They’re classic. Unfortunately, eating an actual blueberry muffin every morning isn’t exactly the best life choice (or so my doctor keeps telling me).

So when I discovered that overnight oats could be transformed into something that tastes like a blueberry muffin—complete with juicy berries, a hint of vanilla, and just the right amount of honeyed sweetness—it was a game-changer. It’s like tricking your brain into thinking you’re noshing on a bakery treat while your body smugly processes all those oats and antioxidants.

Now, I know what you’re thinking: Overnight oats? Really? Aren’t those just cold oatmeal in a jar? And to that, I say: Yes. Yes, they are. But they’re also so much more. Because with the right mix-ins—fresh blueberries, a drizzle of honey, a splash of vanilla, maybe even a sprinkle of cinnamon—they become something chef’s kiss delightful.

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Plus, they’re absurdly easy to make. I’m talking “dump everything in a jar, stir, and stick it in the fridge” easy. No cooking. No clean-up. No standing over a stove while your brain is still buffering. Just prep them the night before, let the oats soak up all that blueberry goodness while you sleep, and wake up to a ready-made breakfast that feels like it came from a coffee shop but costs approximately $0.73 per serving.

The best part? I don’t have to think about it. At 4 AM, my cognitive abilities are limited to coffee goes in cup, oats go in mouth. And honestly, that’s all I need.

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So if you’re like me—someone who’s not a morning person but still finds themselves awake before most birds—and you want something to look forward to at that ungodly hour, give these blueberry muffin overnight oats a try. They’re quick, they’re delicious, and they might just make you a little less resentful of your alarm clock.

Now if you’ll excuse me, I need to go set my coffee maker for tomorrow morning. Some rituals are sacred, after all.

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For one serving

1/2 cup oats

1/2 cup milk of choice (cow or plant based…pick your fave)

1 tbsp Greek yogurt (leave it out if you want to keep this vegetarian)

1 tsp chia seeds

1/2 tsp vanilla

1 tbsp maple syrup or honey

1/4 cup blueberries plus more for garnish

Granola or streusel for garnish

Instructions:

Okay, this is a super easy one. Put everything into a jar or bowl, mix it up and cover. Place in the fridge overnight.

The next day, you can heat it up if you’d like or just eat it straight from the jar. Add any toppings you like. You can change your add ins or add protein powder too! Do you!