Coconut Overnight Oats
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Coconut Overnight Oats
Description
The Coconut Overnight Oats recipe blends oats, shredded coconut, coconut cream, plant milk, and flavorings like vanilla extract and maple syrup. By mixing and refrigerating these ingredients overnight, the oats absorb the liquid and soften naturally, resulting in a creamy, pudding-like texture. The full-fat coconut cream adds richness and depth to the flavor, complementing the natural sweetness of maple syrup and the subtle nuttiness of shredded coconut.
Because the oats soften without heat, the texture is smooth yet maintains some chew, creating a refreshing breakfast or snack option served cold. Alternatively, gently warming the oats in a microwave for a minute or two can provide a cozy start to cooler mornings. The recipe allows customization through sweetener choice and plant milk preference.
To ensure creamy results, maintaining a roughly equal ratio of oats to liquid is key, and using old-fashioned oats rather than steel-cut or instant oats prevents the mixture from being unpalatably dry or lumpy. Overall, this recipe provides a simple, versatile way to prepare wholesome oats with tropical coconut notes.
Practical tips emphasize sterilizing storage containers for safety and mention optional protein additions like powder or chia seeds to enhance nutritional content. Swapping some plant milk for water can reduce costs without sacrificing the creamy coconut flavor provided by the coconut cream.
Ingredients
- 2 pinches salt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 Tablespoons maple syrup or agave or sweetener of choice
- 2 Tablespoons coconut shredded
- 2 Tablespoons coconut cream or full-fat coconut milk
- 1 ¼ cups plant-based milk
- 1 ¼ cups old-fashioned oats
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a mason jar or airtight container and shake it up.
- Store in the refrigerator overnight or for at least 6 hours.
Notes
- If preferred warm, heat the oats in a microwave for 1-2 minutes, adding more plant-based milk if needed to reach desired consistency.
- Maintain a roughly 1:1 ratio of oats to liquid to achieve a creamy texture without dryness or lumps.
- Sterilize jars or containers before use by submerging in hot water and air drying, including the lids, to ensure safety and freshness.
- Consider adding protein powder or chia seeds to boost the protein content of your overnight oats.
- Using old-fashioned oats is important; steel-cut and quick oats do not absorb liquid properly for this recipe.
- To economize, substitute part or all of the plant-based milk with water, while keeping the coconut cream for best taste.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 350 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 350kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 600mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 304mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 241mg | 24% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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