Cranberry overnight oats are an easy breakfast option with oats, yogurt, milk, almond extract and almonds topped with dried cranberries!
This cranberry overnight oats recipe is one of our favorites made with creamy yogurt and almond extract and topped with tart cranberries! This is perfect served with sausage english muffins, two ingredient bagels, and banana coffee smoothies!
Cranberry Overnight Oats
Cranberry Overnight Oats
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Why you’ll love this recipe!
📌 The tart flavor of the dried cranberries and crunch from the slivered almonds.
📌 Perfect for a grab-n-go breakfast on busy mornings!
📌 Make a bunch of these ahead of time for breakfast for the whole family!
Cranberry Overnight Oats Ingredients
- Oats – Rolled oats.
- Milk – Whole, skim or anything in between.
- Yogurt – Regular or greek yogurt, flavored or plain.
- Almond extract – For added almond flavor.
- Cranberries – Dried cranberries.
- Almonds – Slivered almonds.
Rolled oats, yogurt, milk, almond extract, sliced almonds, dried cranberries.
How do you make overnight oats with cranberries and almonds? (step-by-step directions)
⭐ First, in a medium bowl, add the oats, milk, yogurt, almond extract, dried cranberries and slivered almonds and stir to combine.
⭐ Next, store in an airtight container, we like to use a mason jar!
⭐ Then, refrigerate the container overnight.
⭐ Finally, when ready to eat, top with more dried cranberries and slivered almonds.
Scroll down to the printable recipe card toward the bottom of this article for ingredient measurements and detailed cooking instructions.
Preparation
What kind of oats for cranberry overnight oats?
We find that rolled oats work best in this recipe. Rolled oats, quick oats, and steel cut oats are not the same and will have different textures in the finished product.
Can you make cranberry overnight oats ahead of time?
Yes, in fact you’re supposed to with this recipe! You can make them as little as one night ahead or as many as five.
Do you need to add almond extract?
We find the almond extract adds a delicious almond flavor with the slivered almonds but if almond extract isn’t for you, you can swap it with vanilla extract or leave it out altogether.
What kind of yogurt to use for cranberry overnight oats?
The variety of yogurt is completely up to your preference. You can use plain yogurt or Greek yogurt if you want to add in some extra protein. You can also use flavored yogurt if desired!
Dish into individual jars and refrigerate overnight.
Storage and leftovers
How long do cranberry overnight oats last?
These will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For best results, store in individual air tight containers and stir before eating.
Can you freeze cranberry overnight oats?
We do not recommend freezing this recipe.
If you want, top with extra cranberries and almonds before eating.
Tips and tricks
✅ Try it with flavored yogurt or flavored milk for a quick and simple way to add extra flavor.
✅ Use Greek yogurt to add extra protein to your breakfast.
✅ Top with some granola for an added crunch.
✅ Make sure to stir well before eating!
✅ This recipe is gluten free as written as long as the rolled oats are a gluten free brand. Always make sure to check your ingredients!
✅ To make this recipe dairy free, use your favorite non-dairy yogurt and unsweetened almond milk!
Easy, filling, and delicious!
What to enjoy with cranberry overnight oats (serving suggestions)
These are a favorite in our household because of the creamy and tart flavors. We like to have them with breakfast sliders, sourdough pancakes, and apple cinnamon baked oatmeal!
More delicious cranberry recipes
- Cranberry vinaigrette dressing
- Cranberry almond salmon bowl
- Cranberry jello salad
- White chocolate cranberry oatmeal cookies
- Homemade cranberry sauce
- Cranberry upside down cake
- Cranberry cheese ball
- Sugared cranberries
- See all our easy cranberry recipes!
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- Crock pot tater tot breakfast casserole
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- Crock pot breakfast casserole
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- Sausage stuffed breakfast peppers
- Bacon cinnamon rolls
- Shit on a shingle
- Air fryer bagels
- See all our easy breakfast recipes!
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Tools we love
- Spatula – Make sure to get all that yogurty goodness out of the container.
- Spoons – Are you a large spoon or small spoon person? My husband teases me because I use a teaspoon for everything.
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How to Make Cranberry Overnight Oats
Cranberry Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup milk
- ⅓ cup yogurt
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- 1 tablespoon dried cranberries plus more for topping
- 1 tablespoon slivered almonds plus more for topping
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients.
- Store in an air tight container in the refrigerator overnight.
- Top with extra cranberries and almonds right before eating, if desired.
Notes
Nutrition
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Beth says
I love the sweet/tart flavor of the cranberries with the oats and nuts. It’s like a little bowl of the holidays for breakfast!
Krystle Smith says
The almond extract gives it such a lovely flavor, and the crunch from the almonds is perfect. Super creamy from the yogurt and milk combo.
Sandra says
This is my new favorite breakfast to make ahead of time! They’re convenient, packed of nutrients and really yummy! Such a good way to start your day!
Allyson Zea says
I love overnight oats, but I had never tried them with cranberries… My new favorite! Thank you so much for this easy to follow recipe!
Janelle says
Wow, this was really good.
Catalina says
The Cranberry Overnight Oats were delicious and so convenient! The cranberries added a nice tartness and the oats were perfectly creamy. It’s such a great make-ahead breakfast option that I’ll be enjoying regularly.