Overnight Oats
Mornings can be busy, but that doesn’t mean you have to skip a nutritious breakfast! Overnight oats are the perfect make-ahead meal—quick to prepare, packed with fiber and protein, and completely customizable to suit your taste. Whether you like yours topped with crunchy nuts, fresh fruit, or a drizzle of nut butter, this recipe makes it easy to start your day on a healthy and delicious note.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 c Oats
- 1/4c plain greek yogurt
- 1tbsp chia seeds
- 3/4-1tbsp maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2c milk of your choice
- Shake of cinnamon
- Toppings:
- Chopped nuts/granola
- Fruit of your choice
Method:
- Grab a plastic container that can be refrigerated and make sure it’s clean.
- Measure out and put oats, greek yogurt chia seeds, maple syrup, milk and cinnamon all in the container. Give the ingredients a good mix with a spoon until combined (sometimes the chia seeds can get stuck at the bottom).
- Place the lid on the container and pop in the fridge overnight.
- When ready to eat, top the oats with chopped nuts (pecans, almonds, walnuts, etc) or granola, and fruit of your choice. Enjoy!
Notes:
- Want to change up the flavour? Try adding a pinch of nutmeg, cocoa powder, or a teaspoon of peanut/almond butter.
- Oats are a great source of fibre, which helps promote digestive health and keeps you feeling full longer.
- Preparing multiple servings at once makes for a quick and easy breakfast throughout the week, and storing them in a mason jar allows for a convenient grab-and-go option.
- Nuts are a good source of dietary fibre and protein, aiding digestion and promoting the feeling of fullness and regulating blood sugar levels.
- For extra crunch and texture, top your oats with granola, cacao nibs, or toasted coconut flakes, and switch up your fruit choices with options like berries, sliced apples, pears, mango, or pomegranate to keep things exciting.
