Berry Pear Jam Overnight Oats

If you're looking for an overnight oats recipe that's packed with fruity flavor, these Berry Pear Jam Overnight Oats are a delicious way to start the day. Sweet pear and vanilla protein oats create the perfect base, while a layer of homemade raspberry jam adds a bright burst of flavor. The blackberry topping brings even more natural sweetness, making every spoonful taste like a layered berry parfait. It's a simple make ahead breakfast that's both satisfying and nourishing.

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Serves: Three Jars

Pictured: Two Jars

Ingredients

Pear Oat Base (Bottom Layer)

• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder

• ⅓ cup yogurt

• 1½ cup of rolled oats

• 1½ cup almond milk

• 3 tbsp ground flax meal

• 1 heaping cup pear (diced small)

Raspberry Jam Base

• 1 tsp honey (optional)

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• 3 tbsp water

• 3 tbsp sugar replacement

• 3- 6 oz containers of raspberries

• 4 tbsp chia seeds

Blackberry Oat Layer (Top Layer)

• 1 scoop vanila protein powder

• ⅓ cup yogurt

• 1 cup rolled oats

• 1 cup almond milk

• 1 tbsp ground flax meal

• ⅓ cup blackberries (diced small)

Directions

1. Raspberry Jam: Make the jam on the stove first. Add all jam ingredients to a medium size pot. Turn the heat to medium, you will want to keep a close eye on the jam, stir constantly. 

2. When it seems the raspberries are mostly cooked down, remove from heat. I recommend putting the jam in a bowl to help cool down faster and to prevent sticking to the pot.

3. Add 3 tbsp chia seeds to the jam and mix it together, add an optional teaspoon of honey as well.

4. To cool the jam, leave it on the counter for 30 minutes, then place in the fridge for an hour before using in oats. While the jam is cooling make the oat mixture and place in fridge until ready to assemble jars.

5. Pear Oat Base: Mix all pear oat base ingredients into a medium sized mixing bowl and set in fridge until jam is cool.

6. Blackberry Oat Layer: Mix all blackberry oat base ingredients into a medium sized mixing bowl and set in fridge until jam is cool.

7. Assemble the jars: Once the jam is ready, fill three jars evenly with the pear oat mixture. Next fill each jar with ⅓ cup raspberry jam. Lastly top the jars evenly with the blackberry oat mixture. This creates a beautiful layered look.

8. Let the oats sit in the refrigerator overnight or up to five days before eating.

9. When ready to serve, top with walnuts and almonds, granola or other optional toppings of choice.

Sam's Kitchen Favorites

• For this recipe, I used these 18 ounce overnight oat jars with lids.

• I love these silicone mixing spoons. No more scraping the bowl, and the food doesn't stick to them!

• My go-to angled liquid measuring cup . After multiple runs through the dishwasher, the numbers have not worn off.

• For permanently engraved measurements, these measuring cups are fantastic!

• For a more professional yet affordable mixing bowl, these stackable bowls with measurement marks work perfectly.

Helpful Tips

• Customize the berries depending on what you have in your kitchen. Strawberry, blueberry or blackberry jam all would work wonderfully in this recipe!

• Jam Shortcut Option: While store-bought jam will work if you're short on time, I highly recommend making your own raspberry jam. It has a fresher raspberry flavor and creates a lighter breakfast with less added sugar than store-bought jam. Plus, you can easily adjust the sweetness to your taste.

• What to do with the extra jam? Make peanut butter & jelly smoothies, stuffed french toast, or use it as a topping for waffles & pancakes! Or see my other recipes for overnight oats with jam.

• What type of pears are best? I used Bartlett pear for these oats, they tend to be more juicy and easy to find at the store, any type will do.

• Dairy free option. Omit the yogurt or use Silk yogurt instead.

• What type of oats are best? I prefer rolled oats, but quick oats may be used as well for a softer consistency. Avoid using steel-cut oats, they will remain firm and chewy without cooking.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Packed with fruit flavor. Pears, raspberries, and blackberries create a delicious combination of sweet and tart flavors.

• Protein rich breakfast. Vanilla protein powder helps keep you full and energized throughout the morning.

• Great for meal prep. Prepare it the night before for a breakfast that is ready when you are.

• Loaded with fiber. Ground flaxseed, oats, and fruit provide plenty of fiber to help keep you satisfied.

• Naturally sweetened by fruit. The fresh fruit and homemade jam add plenty of flavor without needing added sweeteners.

• Beautiful layered presentation. The colorful layers make this breakfast feel extra special while still being easy to make.