Cake Batter Overnight Oats
Cake Batter Overnight Oats are a sweet and healthier make-ahead breakfast. Hearty oats, Greek yogurt, and milk combine with the classic taste of cake batter, in oatmeal form. Whether you like your oats hot or straight from the fridge, this easy breakfast will fuel you all morning long!
It’s Thursday.
One day closer to Friday, but we’re not quite there yet.
So, I thought you could use a little sweet, but healthier, dish to brighten up your week.
If you’ve been hanging around here long enough, then you may already know that funfetti or cake batter anything is a winner in my book. But, since it’s been way too long since I’ve shared those flavors with you, I thought I would redeem myself, starting with an easy breakfast.
Cake Batter Overnight Oats are a sweet and healthier make-ahead breakfast. Hearty oats, Greek yogurt, and milk combine with the classic taste of cake batter, in oatmeal form. Whether you like your oats hot or straight from the fridge, this easy breakfast will fuel you all morning long!
If you have a sweet spot for cake batter treats, then these Cake Batter Overnight Oats will keep you coming back for more. Smooth, creamy, and packed with flavor, these are the ultimate overnight oats.
And I know my overnight oats! From this pumpkin pie overnight oats and apple pie overnight oats, I think it’s safe to say that I’m no stranger to experimenting with flavors.
And the secret to the cake batter taste? Butter extract!
The first time I heard of butter extract, I was a little (ok, a lot) skeptical of its powers. I mean, why would anyone want to use an extract in place of butter?! But, after experimenting with it a little, I loved the subtle hint of buttery goodness it added to cakes, cupcakes, and even waffles…without the extra calories of regular butter!
Besides the deliciously sweet taste of these Cake Batter Overnight Oats, they’re also fun to look at. Sprinkles makes everything better, right?
And if you’re in the mood, top these oats with a touch of whipped cream, just for that true “cake batter” experience. Trust me…it’s worth it!
Some tips to remember:
- A little goes a long way! Start out with using 1/4 teaspoon of butter extract. If the taste isn’t strong enough, add a splash more…but not too much, otherwise it will be overpowering.
- I used approximately 1 tablespoon of sugar to sweeten these oats. However, honey or maple syrup would work well, too.
So if you’re an overnight oats lover like I am, then these Cake Batter Overnight Oats will make a tasty (and healthier!) breakfast or mid-morning snack!
Looking for more breakfast recipes? I’ve got you covered!
- Spinach and Feta Frittata
- Fried Egg and Avocado Toast
- Easy Breakfast Quesadillas
- Baked Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Sticks
- Fluffy Belgian Waffles
Cake Batter Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup milk, any kind
- 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, honey or maple syrup may be used instead
- Β½ teaspoon vanilla bean paste, or vanilla extract
- ΒΌ teaspoon butter extract
- 2 tablespoons sprinkles, plus more for topping
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix together oats, milk, yogurt, sugar, vanilla extract, and butter extract.
- Pour into two mason jars or an airtight container(s) with lid. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, so that the oats will soften and absorb the liquid.
- Remove from refrigerator, add sprinkles to oats, and stir. Top with more sprinkles, if desired.
This is brilliant and fun!!! Perfect for birthdays and Valentine’s Day coming up!!!! I love overnight oats!!!
Thanks, Alice!
This has got to be the prettiest breakfast ever! It’s just so sweet! I love all the creative twists you have for overnight oats, Gayle! You’ve come up with yet another winner!
Thanks, Annie! Overnight oats are so fun to experiment with!
Butter extract?! Say what? I have got to look for that stuff! These overnight oats look too cute, Gayle! It’s impossible not to smile just looking at! So fun with the whipped cream and sprinkles too. Pinned, of course. I bet my niece and nephew would love this too. I know it, actually π I’m happy we are one day closer to the weekend too….can’t come soon enough. Have a wonderful one!!
Butter extract can be dangerous! π Thanks for the sweet comment and pin, friend!
I loveee me some overnight oats and this is such a fun flavor! Plus, sprinkles would brighten up ANY morning!!
Thank you, Ashley!
Oh YES!! Just… YES!! Just when I thought I couldn’t make it through the rest of the week, you went ahead and shared this amazing overnight oats recipe! Gayle, you know I love all of your overnight oat recipes, but this one… WOAH. I love cake batter anything, so I’m especially in love with this! I’ve always been super intrigued by butter extract. You’ve now convinced me to look into it. Wishing you an amazing weekend. Pinned, of course! xo
Thanks for the sweet comment and pin, Demeter! You MUST try butter extract, it’s almost life-changing! π Happy weekend to you, too!
These look great! I’m obsessed with cake batter everything, and butter extract is definitely the key to getting that flavor right. I like to use vanilla protein powder in the mix for added sweetness, flavor, and protein. YUM! Thanks for the inspiration!
I’ll have to try vanilla protein powder! That’s a great idea, Blair! Thanks for the kind words!
These sound and look awesome! Wonderful flavor! Love cake batter!!! Can’t wait to try them!
Thanks, Mira!
Yes please! this sounds awesome Gayle!
Thank you!
Ahh this looks so good! Perfect for the weekend.
Thanks for the kind words and for stopping by, Celia!
Are you serious? This looks heavenly, I wonder why I never thought of this recipe before, but I’m glad that now I have it and can’t wait to make it. Thanks for sharing Gayle π
Thanks for the sweet comment and for stopping by, Muna!
You know I love my overnight oats, and how fun are these? I really need to try mine with sprinkles some time — what a day brightener! This is such a great flavor, Gayle — my kids would just love these!
Thanks, Marcie! The sprinkles are so fun!
Wow – butter extract – you learn something new every day! Overnight oats are one of my faves, and this version looks like so much cheery fun!
Thanks, Kate! I feel like butter extract is a very well kept secret out there! π
I really do not know what it is, but rainbow sprinkles DO ME IN everyyyyyyy time!
Rainbow sprinkles are the BEST!
Love how pretty and festive this is! Overnight oats are a favorite around here and these fun sprinkles would totally make everything better!
Thanks, Kelly! The sprinkles add such a fun touch! π