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Overnight Oats Five Ways Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes (including refrigeration time)
  • Yield: 1 serving
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A versatile and nutritious Overnight Oats recipe featuring five delicious flavor variations. Made with rolled oats, almond milk, and Greek yogurt, these oats are soaked overnight and topped with wholesome ingredients like pumpkin, berries, nuts, and spices. Perfect for a quick, healthy breakfast packed with fiber and protein.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (plus more to thin if desired)
  • 1/4 cup plain fat-free Greek yogurt
  • 1 fair pinch fine sea salt or table salt
  • 1 – 3 tsp honey or maple syrup (to taste)

Pumpkin Spice Mix-In

  • 1/3 cup pumpkin
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 pinch each nutmeg and cloves
  • 1/8 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 Tbsp dried cranberries (for topping)
  • 1 Tbsp raw unsalted pumpkin seeds (for topping)

Chocolate Banana Mix-In

  • 2 – 3 tsp cocoa powder (to taste)
  • 1 Tbsp creamy peanut butter (optional)
  • 1/2 well ripened banana (mashed)
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 Tbsp mini chocolate chips (for topping, optional)
  • 1 Tbsp shredded toasted coconut (for topping, optional)

Berry Almond Mix-In

  • 1/2 cup fresh berries such as strawberries, blueberries or raspberries (chopped strawberries)
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 tsp chia seeds
  • 1 small ripe banana (mashed)
  • 1 Tbsp creamy almond butter
  • 1 Tbsp ground flax seeds
  • 3 drops almond extract (pour into lid first)

Apple Cinnamon Mix-In

  • 1/2 cup chopped crisp, sweet apples
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
  • 1 Tbsp chopped pecans (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Combine Base Ingredients: Add the rolled oats, unsweetened almond milk, plain fat-free Greek yogurt, a pinch of salt, and honey or maple syrup to a 16 oz. jar or bowl. This forms the creamy oat base for all the variations.
  2. Add Flavor Mix-In: Stir in the ingredients specific to your chosen flavor variation: pumpkin spice, chocolate banana, berry almond, or apple cinnamon. Do not add any toppings at this stage.
  3. Mix Well: Thoroughly stir to combine the oats, liquids, and mix-ins evenly ensuring all ingredients are incorporated well.
  4. Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the jar or bowl and refrigerate it overnight (at least 6-8 hours) to allow the oats to soak and soften while the flavors meld.
  5. Adjust Consistency and Add Toppings: The next morning, check the consistency; add more almond milk to thin if desired. Then add any toppings listed for your chosen flavor variation for added texture and taste.

Notes

  • You can customize your overnight oats by mixing in your favorite fruits, nuts, and extracts.
  • Use a jar or a bowl with a tight-fitting lid to store and refrigerate the oats easily.
  • Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of honey or maple syrup according to your taste preference.
  • Overnight oats can be enjoyed cold or warmed up in the microwave.
  • Using fat-free Greek yogurt adds protein without extra fat.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/overnight-oats-five-ways-recipe/