Breakfast & Brunch Cereal Oatmeal Overnight Oatmeal Berry Crumble Overnight Oats 5.0 (5) 5 Reviews With the perfect balance of creamy and crunchy textures, these berry crumble overnight oats will keep you satisfied all morning. The natural sweetness of the berries pairs beautifully with the cinnamon-spiced oat base, while the crumble topping adds a crunchy layer to each bite. The best part? You can use any mixture of berries or stick to your favorite—whether it’s juicy blueberries, tart raspberries, sweet strawberries or a blend of all three. By Amanda Holstein Amanda Holstein Amanda Holstein fell in love with baking at the age of six and has continued to grow her passion through culinary school and working in bakeries. For more than 10 years, she worked at multiple well-known restaurants and bakeries in the Orlando, Florida area, preparing delicious scratch-made desserts and assisting with dinner events, before becoming a test kitchen assistant at EatingWell. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on April 18, 2025 Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Close Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Clarie Spollen Active Time: 25 mins Chill Time: 8 hrs Total Time: 8 hrs 45 mins Servings: 4 Nutrition Profile: Mediterranean Diet Sesame-Free Weight Loss Nut-Free Soy-Free High-Fiber Vegetarian High-Protein Egg-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Jump to recipe You’ll feel like you’re having a dessert parfait for breakfast with these Berry Crumble Overnight Oats. Your favorite antioxidant-rich berries are nestled between layers of chewy oats and protein-packed milk and yogurt. Heart-healthy chia seeds add a little crunch and help gel the oat mixture together. Cinnamon infuses its warm earthiness throughout the oats and crumble topping, which is toasty and crunchy. Keep reading for our expert tips, including how to ensure the oats are the perfect texture. 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! Adding chia seeds to the berry mixture helps absorb any extra liquid, so you won’t have soggy oats.If you don’t have frozen berries, you can use fresh ones. You could use just one type of berry or even mix in strawberries for a delightful quadruple-berry flavor.If you prefer not to wait for the oats to set completely before assembling the jars, you can layer the ingredients right away. However, keep in mind that the berry mixture may settle at the bottom.Make sure not to add the crumble topping to your oats until you’re ready to serve so it doesn’t become soggy. Nutrition Notes Oats are rich in cholesterol-lowering fiber, plant protein and iron. The complex carbohydrates in oats will supply your body with energy to help fuel your day. Berries—all types, from blueberries and strawberries to raspberries—are loaded with disease- and inflammation-fighting antioxidants. They’ve got a notable amount of fiber, which will help keep things moving through your gut. And the vitamin C in berries will help your body better absorb the iron in the oats. Milk is packed with protein and calcium for strong muscles and bones. It also contains vitamins D and B12, which are necessary for a healthy nervous system. Yogurt also supplies your body with the same nutrients that milk does, since it’s made from milk. But yogurt has a bonus: probiotics, those gut-loving bacteria that help promote a healthy gut microbiome and ultimately, support overall health. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Clarie Spollen Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients Oats 1½ cups frozen mixed berries 2 teaspoons chia seeds plus 1 tablespoon, divided ¾ teaspoon light brown sugar plus 1 tablespoon, divided 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided ¼ teaspoon salt 2¼ cups whole milk 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats ½ cup reduced-fat plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Crumble Topping 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon light brown sugar 1½ tablespoons unsalted butter, melted ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ⅛ teaspoon salt Directions Prepare oats: Combine 1½ cups frozen berries, 2 teaspoons chia seeds, ¾ teaspoon brown sugar, 2 teaspoons lemon juice and ¼ teaspoon each cinnamon and salt in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until most of the berries have burst, about 6 minutes. Set aside to cool to room temperature, 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl; refrigerate, covered, until ready to use. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Clarie Spollen Stir 2¼ cups milk, 2 cups oats, ½ cup yogurt, 1 teaspoon vanilla and the remaining 1 tablespoon each chia seeds and brown sugar together in a medium bowl until fully combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Clarie Spollen Prepare crumble topping: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a small rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Combine 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1½ tablespoons melted butter, ½ teaspoon cinnamon and ⅛ teaspoon salt in a small bowl; stir until the mixture holds its shape when squeezed together. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake until fragrant and lightly toasted, 5 to 7 minutes. Let cool completely on the baking sheet, about 15 minutes. Transfer to an airtight container and store at room temperature until ready to use. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Clarie Spollen To assemble, spoon about ½ cup oat mixture into each of 4 (12-ounce) jars with lids; arrange about 3 tablespoons berry mixture over the oats in each jar. Top each with an additional ½ cup oats. Sprinkle each jar with about 2 tablespoons crumble topping just before serving. To make ahead Refrigerate berry mixture (Step 1) for up to 4 days. Refrigerate oat mixture (Step 2) for up to 4 days. Store crumble topping (Step 4) at room temperature for up to 5 days. Frequently Asked Questions What ingredients should I avoid when making overnight oats? Refrain from including any ingredients that will leach out excess moisture over time. This is why we cook the berries and keep them separate from the overnight oats until we are ready to assemble everything. What other toppings can I add? We recommend a crumble topping for this recipe, but feel free to get creative with one or more toppings. Some options include granola, fresh fruit or berry preserves, flaked or shredded coconut, crushed nuts (almonds, walnuts, peanuts, pecans, pistachios, etc.) and seeds (pumpkin, sunflower, sesame, poppy seeds, flax, etc.) How should I store leftovers? Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 4 days (assembled or unassembled); however, store the crumbled topping separately in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. EatingWell.com, April 2025 Save Rate Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 407 Calories 14g Fat 53g Carbs 17g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size 1 jar Calories 407 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 53g 19% Dietary Fiber 9g 31% Total Sugars 16g Added Sugars 6g 12% Protein 17g 35% Total Fat 14g 18% Saturated Fat 7g 33% Cholesterol 31mg 10% Vitamin A 153µg Vitamin C 17mg 18% Vitamin D 2µg Vitamin E 1mg 6% Folate 50µg Vitamin K 9µg Sodium 280mg 12% Calcium 301mg 23% Iron 3mg 16% Magnesium 103mg 25% Potassium 522mg 11% Zinc 3mg 25% Vitamin B12 1µg Omega 3 1g Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Additional reporting by Carrie Myers, M.S. Carrie Myers, M.S. Carrie Myers is a portfolio entrepreneur with more than 30 years of experience in the health and wellness space. As a writer and editor, Carrie has worked for both consumer and trade print and online publications. She's been quoted in several articles as a health and fitness expert. Carrie is also a certified life and wellness coach and exercise physiologist, and the founder of CarrieMichele Co., a lifestyle company that helps women create lives they love where they can be authentic. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines and Linda Frahm Linda Frahm Linda Frahm has been a copy editor and fact checker working with food and nutrition content for the past 30-plus years for consumer print and online publications. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines