Name: 5-Minute Matcha Overnight Oats (Green Tea Oatmeal)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 125 min
Ingredients: 1/2 cup rolled oats; 1/2 teaspoon matcha powder; 2 teaspoons chia seeds (see notes below); 1/2 cup plant-based milk (I used almond milk but any kind will work!); 2 teaspoons maple syrup (or any liquid sweetener; add more to taste); 3 Tablespoons plant-based yogurt; berries of choice (or sub with mango cubes, coconut, cacao nibs, cookies and cream biscuits, or any other toppings of choice!)

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Creamy matcha latte overnight oats for a decadent but healthy breakfast! Plus, this green tea overnight oatmeal only requires 5 minutes of cooking!

Matcha overnight oats with maple syrup dripping on top of the yogurt and blueberries toppings.

Ingredients and Substitutions

Old-fashioned rolled oats: Feel free to experiment with other rolled whole grains such as rolled spelt, rolled wheat, and rolled rye grains.
- Note that quick oats will make the overnight oats a bit mushy, although it could work if you only let them chill for 30-60 minutes.
- Instant oats and steel-cut oats will NOT work for overnight oats.
- Double-check for the “gluten-free” labels if you have gluten sensitivities.
Matcha powder: The start of the recipe! Culinary-grade matcha powder works fine, though opt for ceremonial-grade matcha for the best flavor.
Chia seeds: Add structure and bite to your oats.
- Substitute with flaxseeds, or simply skip.
(Plant-based) milk: Any kind of milk works, but I prefer almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk for the best flavor pairings.
Maple syrup: Any other liquid sweetener will also work.

Ingredients for matcha latte overnight oatmeal with labels.

And some options for the toppings:

Plant-based yogurt: Adds extra creaminess. Use this matcha yogurt for double matcha flavor, vegan quark, vegan Greek yogurt, or any other yogurt of choice!
Berries of choice: Such as blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries.
- You can also use frozen berries, similar to what I did in my frozen berry breakfast oats!
Other delicious options: Customize this matcha overnight oats and try adding some mangoes (similar to my mango matcha latte), cacao nibs, coconut, or even cookies and cream biscuits (similar to my Oreo overnight oats recipe)!

Step-by-step Instructions

Mix rolled oats, matcha powder, and chia seeds in a bowl or mason jar.

Add plant-based milk and maple syrup, stirring well. Taste test and see if you would like to add more sweetener.

Rolled oats, chia seeds, and matcha powder in a large clear bowl. — Mix the dry ingredients first

Rolled oats, matcha powder, and chia seeds being mixed together in a bowl. — Mix the dry ingredients first

Chill your matcha latte oatmeal in the fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Top with yogurt, fruits, or your favorite toppings before serving. Enjoy your overnight matcha oatmeal!

Close-up of overnight matcha latte oatmeal, with maple syrup dripping out from the jar.

Top Tips

Mix all the dry ingredients first, before adding the milk.
- This will make stirring them so much easier since matcha powder can be a bit hard to dissolve!
Taste test and see if you would like to add a bit more sweetener!
- Matcha itself can be a bit bitter so if you’re more used to sweeter recipes, add a bit more sweetener.
Jazz this green tea overnight oats up for a more decadent breakfast! Try adding a bit of vanilla extract to make it similar to a vanilla matcha latte, or drizzle with some lavender simple syrup to take this matcha oats up a notch!

A jar of matcha overnight oats topped with blueberries, served on a wooden plank.

Storage and Meal Prep Instructions

Storage and Meal Prep: Make a big batch of the base mixture in a large bowl, then divide it into individual jars for an easy grab-and-go breakfast. They will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Keep toppings separate until serving for the best texture and flavor!

Freezing: You can freeze your green tea oatmeal for up to 3 months. Only freeze the base mixture, and NOT the toppings. Freeze immediately after you mix all the ingredients (but before chilling it in the fridge) for the best texture.

A jar of matcha overnight oats served with blueberries, held by a girl's hand.

FAQ

The secret is the balance of liquid-to-oat ratio (stick to 1:1 ratio!) and giving it enough time to soak for a creamy texture. If it still doesn’t turn out right for you, let me know in the comments!

Try adding some nuts and seeds for healthy fat to keep you full longer! (Refer to this Healthline article for what is considered a healthy fat.) You can either use whole nuts and seeds, or drizzle some nut butters on top.

Absolutely! Matcha adds a unique earthy flavor which pairs well with a lot of breakfast foods, including oatmeal and overnight oats.

Matcha green tea overnight oats on a green background.

Looking for More Creamy Breakfast Recipes?

For other healthy overnight oats, try my almond milk overnight oats or my applesauce overnight oatmeal. Or try my creamy flax pudding for a cheaper alternative to chia pudding!

To pair this up, make my coconut matcha latte, oat milk matcha latte, or matcha lavender latte for a floral twist!