Name: 3 - Ingredient Nutella Overnight Oats without Chia Seeds
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: oats
Ingredients: 1/2 cup oat milk (or favorite milk); 2 tablespoons Nutella chocolate hazelnut spread; 1/2 cup old fashioned rolled oats; 1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts (optional); pinch of salt

This is an overhead vertical image of a glass jar with chocolate overnight oats in it. A silver spoon is dipping into the oats with the handle leaning against the bottom left side of the jar. Crushed nuts are on top of the chocolate oats and on the pink terrazzo surface around the jar. — Nutella overnight oats without chia seeds are made with just 3 ingredients. They make for an indulgent, satisfying make-ahead breakfast.

Nutella overnight oats without chia seeds are creamy, chocolatey, and loaded with hazelnut flavor. I mean, who is really going to protest indulgent Nutella in the morning?1

Maybe I’m a little late to the overnight oats game. I don’t know what took me so long to be honest. I’m a cereal girl, I guess!

Recently I’ve been prepping overnight oats for a week’s worth of breakfasts and I just cannot imagine a world where I’ll get sick of it. They’re so delicious and so customizable!

My go-to recipe has chia seeds in it but as I started to experiment with this super indulgent Nutella version, I knew a chia-free version was in the cards because we could bump up that hazelnut flavor by adding in chopped hazelnuts for an extra nutty crunch.

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You Will Adore these Nutella Overnight Oats without Chia Seeds

The texture! The oats soften and absorb the liquid as they soak overnight. This results in a creamy and pudding-like base that has the perfect counterpoint with the nutty chopped hazelnuts and chewy oats. It’s a match made in heaven and a texture party that you won’t be able to stop eating!

So Customizable! Overnight oats are SO customizable! You can experiment with different ingredients such as fruits, nuts, seeds, sweeteners, and flavorings to create endless flavor combinations based on what you have on hand or what’s in season.

Make Ahead! Overnight oats are perfect for meal prep because you can make multiple servings in a matter of minutes and store them in individual containers for easy grab-and-go breakfasts throughout the week.

Can I Make Overnight Oats without Chia Seeds?

Absolutely! While chia seeds are a popular addition to overnight oats, they are not an essential ingredient.

Many recipes for overnight oats do include chia seeds because they add texture and thickness to the recipe.

However, whether or not overnight oats include chia seeds depends on personal preference so feel free to omit if you don’t have them on hand.

This is a vertical image looking at a glass container on a pink terrazzo surface. The view of this image is looking at the jar from the side. In the glass jar is a chocolate mixture with oats. A silver spoon is in the chocolate oats with the handle leaning against the side of a glass jar. Crushed hazelnuts are on the surface around the jar.

Only 3 Ingredients for Nutella Overnight Oats

Milk

Milk serves as the liquid base for the oats, providing moisture and creaminess. Use whatever milk you have on hand! Traditional dairy milk or dairy free milk will work. My favorite milk to use is oat milk.

Nutella

Nutella adds a rich, chocolatey-hazelnut flavor to the oats, creating a decadent and indulgent breakfast. It also provides sweetness and creaminess, making the oats more flavorful and decadent.

Oats

Oats are the main ingredient in overnight oats, providing a hearty and nutritious base. I always use old fashioned rolled oats for overnight oats.

Chopped Hazelnuts (optional!)

I know I said only three ingredients but this fourth one is optional. Chopped hazelnuts add more texture and crunch to the oats. They also enhance the hazelnut flavor to bump up that Nutella vibe.

This is an overhead horizontal image of a glass jar with a chocolate milky mixture in it. A small silver whisk is in the jar and bubbles around the whisk. The glass jar sits on a pink and white terrazzo counter. — Whisk together the Nutella and milk.

This is an overhead horizontal image of a glass jar with a chocolate milky mixture in it along with chopped hazelnuts floating on the top. The glass jar sits on a pink and white terrazzo counter. — Add the oats, nuts (optional) and a pinch of salt.

This is a horizontal image looking at a lidded glass jar from the side. In the glass jar is a chocolate mixture with oats in it. The glass weck jar sits on a pink and whiter terrazzo surface with white subway tiles in the background. — Secure the lid and give it a shake. Refrigerate overnight.

This is an overhead horizontal image of a glass jar with chocolate overnight oats in it. A silver spoon is dipping into the oats with the handle leaning against the right side of the jar. Crushed nuts are on top of the chocolate oats and on the pink terrazzo surface around the jar. — Top with extra nuts and Nutella (if desired) and dig in!

How to Make Overnight Oats without Chia Seeds

Whisk

In a container or jar with a lid, whisk together the milk and Nutella until well combined. It’ll resemble a delicious chocolate milk and you’ll have to use all of your will to not drink it.

Add the rest

Add in the oats, chopped hazelnuts (if desired) and a pinch of salt to the mixture for added texture and flavor. Give it a quick stir to incorporate everything evenly.

Refrigerate Overnight

Cover the container or jar and place it in the refrigerator to chill overnight, or for at least 4-6 hours. This allows the oats to absorb the liquid and soften, while the flavors come together.

Enjoy!

When you’re ready to dig in, remove the container from the refrigerator and give the oats a good stir. If desired, top with additional chopped hazelnuts (or more Nutella?!) for garnish.

How to Store Overnight Oats without Chia Seeds

Seal Tightly: Seal the container or jar tightly with its lid. This helps prevent air from entering and keeps the oats fresh.

Refrigerate: Place the sealed container of overnight oats in the refrigerator. Overnight oats need to be refrigerated to slow down bacterial growth and maintain their freshness.

Keep Refrigerated: Store the overnight oats in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Step these Overnight Otas without Chia Seeds up a Notch

Whipped Cream: Top your Nutella overnight oats with a dollop of whipped cream just before serving. It adds a luxurious creaminess and enhances the overall indulgence.

Nutella Swirl: Drizzle more Nutella over the oats before refrigerating, then use a knife to gently swirl it into the mixture. This creates beautiful ribbons of Nutella throughout the oats, intensifying the chocolate-hazelnut flavor.

Banana Slices: Craving fruit? Add sliced bananas to the oats mixture for a natural sweetness and a fruity contrast to the rich chocolate hazelnut flavor.

Crushed Cookies: Crush chocolate cookies or graham crackers and sprinkle them over the oats for a fresh crunch to the oats.

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