Overnight Oats with Frozen Fruit
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Overnight Oats with Frozen Fruit
Description
This recipe starts by mixing dairy or plant-based milk with maple syrup and yogurt to form a sweetened, creamy base. Rolled oats and chia seeds are stirred in to soak overnight, which softens the oats and thickens the mixture due to the chia seeds’ gel-forming ability. Frozen berries add bursts of flavor and color while thawing during the soaking period.
The chilled oats offer a smooth yet slightly textured mouthfeel, blending the earthy oats and seeds with fruity notes from the berries. Vanilla extract adds subtle aroma and depth. The preparation requires no cooking and can be portioned in individual containers for grab-and-go convenience.
Before eating, give the oats a good stir to redistribute ingredients. Additional toppings such as nuts, fresh fruit, or nut butter may be added according to preference. This recipe suits those aiming for a nutritious, ready-made breakfast that can be prepared in advance and stored refrigerated safely for several days.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats old-fashioned
- 4 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 cups milk
- 4-8 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 cup PLAIN yogurt or vanilla yogurt, of choice
- 2 cups frozen fruit blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, etc, or mixed berries
- 2-3 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the milk, maple syrup, and yogurt.
- Add the old-fashioned rolled oats, chia seeds, and frozen fruit/berries. Mix until well combined.
- Put the mixture into the fridge in a large airtight container (or individual containers) for at least 4 hours but preferably overnight.
- When ready to enjoy, stir well and add any desired toppings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 422 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 422kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 64g | 21% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 91mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 563mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 28g | 56% |
| Vitamin A | 300IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 349mg | 35% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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