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Overnight Oats Recipe

April 08, 2021

Overnight oats are typically served chilled, straight from the refrigerator. That makes them perfect for warmer months, but you can certainly enjoy overnight oats year-round. This easy and versatile recipe gives you options to switch it up and create your own grab-and-go breakfast combination! 

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: Chill overnight in fridge 

INGREDIENTS 
½ c. old fashion rolled oats
1/2 c. almond milk
½ tsp. maple syrup or honey
Pinch of salt
Overnight Oats Recipe
INSTRUCTIONS
  1. Combine all ingredients in a small jar.
  2. Stir and chill overnight.
  3. In the morning, scoop out the oats into a bowl, stir in more almond milk for desired consistency.
  4. Top with desired toppings.
  5. You can assemble the overnight oats in jars with the toppings the night before for a grab-and-go breakfast.

Each serving = 204 calories, 3 g fat, 29 g carb, 5.5 g protein, 75 mg sodium, 4.5 g fiber.

Topping ideas:
  1. Frozen blueberries, Greek yogurt, chia seeds and a drizzle of maple syrup
  2. Stir in 1/8 tsp. turmeric and ¼ tsp. cinnamon. Top with mango, dried raisins or currants, hemp seeds and coconut flakes.
  3. Top with a scoop of tahini, pomegranate arils, chopped dried apricots, sesame seeds and chopped pistachios. Add a drizzle of maple syrup or honey.
  4. Stir in ¼ tsp. of vanilla extract and top with almond butter or peanut butter, chocolate chips and chopped almonds.