Get ready for April’s Fit Foodie Cooking Club recipe: Overnight Oats. Overnight oats are one of the most popular and delicious breakfast options featured on Fit Foodie Finds — simple to prepare, highly customizable, and perfect for busy mornings.
What is the Fit Foodie Cooking Club?
The Fit Foodie Cooking Club is a monthly cooking challenge designed to bring our community together by inviting everyone to cook the same recipe and share their results. Each month, we pick a featured recipe so members can practice cooking from scratch, discover new flavor combinations, and celebrate real, wholesome food.
April 2021 – The Details
Read the details below carefully so your entry counts. If you have questions, leave them in the comments on the Overnight Oats guide post.
Recipe of the Month
April’s recipe of the month is Overnight Oats. This month’s guide includes a basic overnight oats recipe plus eight flavor variations, so you can pick the one that sounds best to you.
The guide includes the following flavor options:
- Maple French Toast Overnight Oats
- Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats
- Moose Tracks Overnight Oats
- Neapolitan Overnight Oats
- Coconut Latte Overnight Oats
- Chocolate Covered Strawberry Overnight Oats
- Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Overnight Oats
- Vanilla Strawberry Overnight Oats
All About Overnight Oats
Overnight oats are made by combining oats with liquid and mix-ins, then refrigerating them so the oats soften and absorb the flavors. The result is a creamy, ready-to-eat breakfast that feels indulgent but is nutritious and easy to adapt.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here are the core ingredients for a basic overnight oats base:
- Rolled oats
- Milk (any type: dairy, almond, oat, etc.)
- Chia seeds
- Greek yogurt
- Vanilla extract
- Honey or maple syrup
Additional ingredients and toppings vary by flavor—fruit, nut butter, cocoa, or spices can all change the profile.
Tools You’ll Need
Overnight oats require minimal equipment. Typical tools include:
- Mason jars or airtight containers for storing individual portions
- Measuring cups and spoons
- A mixing bowl or jar with a lid and a spoon for stirring
Recipe Tips
Use these tips to make the best overnight oats:
- Adjust the consistency. If the mixture is too thick, stir in more milk. If it’s too thin, add a tablespoon or two of oats to absorb extra liquid.
- Taste before chilling. Sweetness preference varies—taste and adjust sweetener, salt, or spices before refrigerating.
- Scale easily. Overnight oats recipes double or triple well for meal prep.
- Meal prep friendly. Make several jars at once for grab-and-go breakfasts throughout the week.
- Get creative with toppings. Try nut butter, fresh fruit, seeds, or a sprinkle of granola for crunch.
How to Enter
Follow these steps to submit your creation and enter the April challenge.
- Choose one of the overnight oats recipes from the guide. You can use the base recipe or any of the eight flavor variations.
- Prepare the recipe you selected and take a photo of your finished oats.
- Leave a comment on the Overnight Oats guide post with your photo, a brief note about how it went, and your name and email so we can contact winners. A star rating is welcome but optional.
Join the Fit Foodie Cooking Club on Facebook
Join the Fit Foodie Facebook group to share photos, ask questions, and connect with other home cooks. It’s a friendly place to show your creations and get inspiration.
Important Dates
Monday, April 5, 2021 – First day to submit your entry.
Tuesday, April 27, 2021 – Last day to submit your photo and comment.
Wednesday, April 28, 2021 – Winners will be randomly selected and announced on the blog and social media.
The Prize
Two participants will each win a $100 Target gift card. Winners will be chosen at random from eligible comments submitted between April 5 and April 27, 2021, and announced on the last Wednesday of the month.
Charity of the Month
Trans Youth Equality Foundation
Each month we spotlight a charity to support. In April 2021 we are donating to the Trans Youth Equality Foundation to help provide education, advocacy, and support for transgender and gender non-conforming children, youth, and their families. We believe every child should grow up supported and loved.
For this month’s campaign we are matching and doubling the giveaway contribution to donate $400 to the foundation.
The foundation works with families, educators, and service providers to share information and foster safe, caring environments for transgender children.
Donate
If you would like to support the charity of the month, please consider making a donation directly to the Trans Youth Equality Foundation. Every contribution helps provide resources and support for young people and their families.